herringbone pattern meaning

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herringbone pattern (noun): a pattern of columns of short parallel lines with all the lines in one column sloping one way and lines in adjacent columns sloping the other way; it is used in weaving, masonry, parquetry, embroidery.

Definition of herringbone pattern

  1. a pattern of columns of short parallel lines with all the lines in one column sloping one way and lines in adjacent columns sloping the other way; it is used in weaving, masonry, parquetry, embroidery

    Synonyms: herringbone

    Type of: design

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