argyle
Argyle (noun) means a knitted pattern of overlapping diamond shapes, often in multiple colours. Example: “He wore a classic argyle sweater to the golf club.”
How to use argyle
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA diamond-check pattern common on socks and sweaters.
Word forms
argyles plural
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He wore a classic _____ sweater to the golf club.
Etymology
Named after the Argyll region of Scotland, home of Clan Campbell, whose tartan inspired the pattern.
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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.