argyle

noun

ar·​gyle ˈär-ˌgī(-ə)l 

är-ˈgī(-ə)l

variants or less commonly argyll

often capitalized

: a geometric knitting pattern of varicolored diamonds in solid and outline shapes on a single background color

also : a sock knit in this pattern

Illustration of argyle

Examples of argyle in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Niki Wu Jie The model and influencer wore an all-black ensemble in a sheer black dress featuring a delicate argyle pattern. —Maggie Clancy, WWD, 20 Sep. 2024

For a long, oversized cardigan style, consider a large-and-in-charge argyle pattern that makes a real statement. —Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 2 Feb. 2024

Go bold with a large argyle print in a fun color (see the lilac and yellow sweaters below) or a bit more subtle with a smaller, more monochromatic print (like the pleated skirt and collared dress). —Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 2 Feb. 2024

Williams also wore a tie in a similar red-and-white color scheme in an argyle pattern. —Julia Teti, WWD, 24 June 2024

Word History

Etymology

Argyle, Argyll, branch of the Scottish clan of Campbell, from whose tartan the design was adapted

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above