1. decorative moldings or bands around the top of a column, just below the capital
Usage: architecture
2. grooved or narrowed sections in mechanical parts or structures
Usage: engineering; technical

Examples

• The classical column featured elaborate neckings beneath its Corinthian capital.
• The architect specified detailed neckings for the building’s entrance columns.
• Ancient Greek temples often displayed intricate neckings on their supporting columns.
• The engineer identified stress concentrations at the neckings in the metal shaft.
• Proper design of neckings is crucial for structural integrity in mechanical components.