argyle
|ar-gyle|
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/ˈɑrɡaɪl/
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/ˈɑːɡaɪl/
diamond/lozenge pattern
Etymology
'argyle' originates from Scottish placename 'Argyll' (Scots/Scottish Gaelic), specifically from Gaelic 'Earra-Ghàidheal' where 'earra' meant 'coast/point' and 'Ghàidheal' referred to 'Gaels'.
'argyle' developed from the placename 'Argyll' and came to be applied to a patterned knit associated with the region and local tartans; the spelling 'argyle' was established in English to refer to the diamond/lozenge knit pattern and garments bearing it.
Initially it referred to the district of 'Argyll' in western Scotland; over time it evolved to mean specifically the diamond-shaped patterned design used in knitwear and items bearing that pattern.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a pattern of diamonds or lozenges, often with overlapping diagonal lines, commonly used in knitwear such as socks and sweaters.
He wore argyle socks to the party.
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Noun 2
a garment (especially a sock or sweater) that features the argyle pattern.
She bought new argyles for golf season.
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Adjective 1
having or featuring the argyle pattern.
He prefers an argyle sweater for casual Fridays.
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Last updated: 2025/10/12 06:31