HERRINGBONE PATTERN

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 I. (noun) 

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Meaning:

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; herringbone pattern

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Nouns denoting man-made objects

Hypernyms ("herringbone pattern" is a kind of...):

design; figure; pattern (a decorative or artistic work)

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