houndstooth

noun

hounds·tooth ˈhau̇n(d)z-ˌtüth

variants or less commonly hound's-tooth

: a usually small broken-check textile pattern

also : a fabric woven in this pattern

called also houndstooth check, hound's-tooth check

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Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024 But, houndstooth is a broken twill, so while there is a noticeable diagonal pattern in the weave, there are also jagged edges in the pattern. —

Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2024 Or play it cool, with a leather maxi skirt and houndstooth blazer. —

Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2024 Here, a graphic houndstooth takes center stage, while a soft plaid plays backup. —

Christina Holevas, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for houndstooth