lavalier

/ˌlɑvəˈlɪr/
noun
  1. A small microphone that clips onto clothing, used for hands-free speaking, especially in broadcasting or public speaking.
    • The news anchor wore a lavalier microphone clipped to her collar.
    • The lavalier picked up his voice clearly without background noise.
    • For the presentation, he attached a lavalier to his tie.
  2. A pendant or piece of jewelry worn on a chain around the neck.
    • He gave her a lavalier necklace for her birthday.
    • The antique lavalier was passed down through generations.
    • She wore a gold lavalier with a small pearl at the end.
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