argyll
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9.9
A sock with a pattern of colored diamonds
- noun
- /ˈɑrɡəl/
:
calcetín argyle
Synonyms
argyle
vsargyll
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7.8
A pattern of colored diamonds used on knitted clothes like socks or sweaters
refers specifically to a sock that uses that diamond pattern
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word argyll for a sock with a diamond design comes from the Scottish area called Argyll. The diamond pattern comes from a tartan worn there, so argyll socks are linked with kilts and Scottish dress.