argyle

noun

ar·​gyle ˈär-ˌgī(-ə)l How to pronounce argyle (audio)
är-ˈgī(-ə)l
variants or less commonly argyll
often capitalized
: a geometric knitting pattern of varicolored diamonds in solid and outline shapes on a single background color
also : a sock knit in this pattern

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Niki Wu Jie The model and influencer wore an all-black ensemble in a sheer black dress featuring a delicate argyle pattern. Maggie Clancy, WWD, 20 Sep. 2024 For a long, oversized cardigan style, consider a large-and-in-charge argyle pattern that makes a real statement. Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 2 Feb. 2024 Go bold with a large argyle print in a fun color (see the lilac and yellow sweaters below) or a bit more subtle with a smaller, more monochromatic print (like the pleated skirt and collared dress). Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 2 Feb. 2024 Williams also wore a tie in a similar red-and-white color scheme in an argyle pattern. Julia Teti, WWD, 24 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for argyle 

Word History

Etymology

Argyle, Argyll, branch of the Scottish clan of Campbell, from whose tartan the design was adapted

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of argyle was in 1890

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“Argyle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/argyle. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.

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