argyle

noun

ar·​gyle ˈär-ˌgī(-ə)l How to pronounce argyle (audio)
är-ˈgī(-ə)l
variants or less commonly argyll, often Argyle
: a geometric knitting pattern of varicolored diamonds in solid and outline shapes on a single background color
also : a sock knit in this pattern

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Match your transitional sweater to your nails with multi-colored argyle print. — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 21 Feb. 2026 The cranberry red and crisp white tones make this argyle-esque set perfect for the festive season. — Jacqueline Kilikita, Refinery29, 18 Nov. 2025 Luckily, there are tons of argyle sweaters and rugby tops that feature light blue and take all the guess work out of mixing colors. — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 5 Dec. 2025 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 See All Example Sentences for argyle

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of argyle was in 1890

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“Argyle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/argyle. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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