houndstooth

noun

hounds·​tooth ˈhau̇n(d)z-ˌtüth How to pronounce houndstooth (audio)
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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Examples of houndstooth in a Sentence

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My husband lives in the sweet slim-fit houndstooth sweater. Brie Schwartz, Glamour, 2 Dec. 2024 The new Johnnie Walker expression comes wrapped in a Perfect Moment indigo puffer bag; when the bottle is removed, the bag converts into a reversible crossbody that sports a cobalt houndstooth pattern and Perfect Moment’s star logo. Jillian Dara, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024 Get in on the trend with this similar style from Cider, which comes in a trendy houndstooth pattern. Nicol Natale, People.com, 30 Nov. 2024 While gingham and plaid are warm and cozy, houndstooth is chic, timeless, and classy. Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for houndstooth 

Word History

First Known Use

1893, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of houndstooth was in 1893

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“Houndstooth.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/houndstooth. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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