1. a garment worn around the neck helpful in identifying workers who have been rendered eunuchs by their employers and/or someone who thinks looking important is more important than being comfortable enough to do actual work.
2. also helps dominatrixes identify potential clients who are passives.
(Origin: when slave-catchers would tie a rope around a slave's neck. Also, symbolizes iron collar and chain used to restrain slaves).
1. The necktie (or tie) is a long piece of cloth worn around the neck, resting under the shirt collar and knotted at the throat. The modern necktie, ascot, and bow tie are descended from the cravat. Men wear neckties as part of regular office attire or formal wear. Neckties can also be worn as part of a uniform (e.g. military, school, waitstaff). Neck ties are generally unsized, but may be available in longer size.
Variants include the bow tie, ascot tie, bola tie, and the clip-on tie.
2. a symbol of power used by people of high status (teachers, bosses, and coaches) to visibly show there authority to people of low status (students, workers, and players)