Meaning of argyle in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈɑrˌɡaɪl/

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  1. Noun

    argyle

    Etymology

    1940s: from Argyll, a family name and a former county of Scotland. The pattern is based on the tartan of the Argyll branch of the Campbell clan

    Definitions

    1. a covered gravy holder of silver or other metal containing a detachable central vessel for hot water to keep the gravy warm
  2. 2. a design consisting of a pattern of varicolored diamonds on a solid background (originally for knitted articles)

    Examples

    • « patterned after the tartan of a clan in western Scotland »
  3. 3. a sock knitted or woven with an argyle design

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