1
: a rectangular length of tartan worn over the left shoulder as part of the Scottish national costume
2
a
: a twilled woolen fabric with a tartan pattern
b
: a fabric with a pattern of tartan or an imitation of tartan
3
a
b
: a pattern of unevenly spaced repeated stripes crossing at right angles
plaid
adjective
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She likes to wear plaids.
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That outfit included a black-and-white plaid midi dress topped with a black leather jacket and chunky black ankle boots, with a suspiciously similar black mini bag.
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Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 21 Nov. 2024
Liu's red and black plaid suit is also by Versace, though the actress styled hers with black tights underneath.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
For Any Outfit The plaid shacket is a versatile and stylish addition to any wardrobe, perfect for layering over various outfits.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 19 Nov. 2024
Yuji will show off a classic Chanel with a multicolor coat, or sport a denim Vuitton bag with a vintage-style plaid.
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Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 21 Nov. 2024
Liu's red and black plaid suit is also by Versace, though the actress styled hers with black tights underneath.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
For Any Outfit The plaid shacket is a versatile and stylish addition to any wardrobe, perfect for layering over various outfits.
—Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 19 Nov. 2024
Yuji will show off a classic Chanel with a multicolor coat, or sport a denim Vuitton bag with a vintage-style plaid.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2024
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plaid
noun1
: a rectangular length of tartan worn over the shoulder as part of the Scottish national costume
2
: a fabric with a tartan pattern
3
a
b
: a pattern of unevenly spaced repeated stripes crossing at right angles
plaid
adjective
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