argyle
1 synonym for argyle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A knitted pattern of overlapping diamond shapes, often in multiple colours.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use argyle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
argyle socks
argyle sweater
argyle pattern
Etymology
Named after the Argyll region of Scotland, home of Clan Campbell, whose tartan inspired the pattern.
Full origin of argyle →Frequently asked questions
What does “argyle” mean?
The word “argyle” means a knitted pattern of overlapping diamond shapes, often in multiple colours. In plain terms, a diamond-check pattern common on socks and sweaters.
How do you pronounce “argyle”?
“Argyle” is pronounced AH-gyl (/ˈɑɹ.ɡaɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “argyle” in a sentence?
Here is “argyle” used in a sentence: “He wore a classic argyle sweater to the golf club.”
What part of speech is “argyle”?
“Argyle” is a noun.
