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houndstooth

/hɔːndstoʊθ/ noun · British & US
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What does houndstooth mean?

noun

A type of twill textile pattern characterized by broken checks, often used in fashion, particularly in suits and coats.

Example

"The businessman wore a houndstooth suit to the meeting, which made him look professional and put-together."

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