argyll

Other forms: argylls

Definitions of argyll
  1. noun
    a covered gravy holder of silver or other metal containing a detachable central vessel for hot water to keep the gravy warm
    synonyms: argyle
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    type of:
    boat, gravy boat, gravy holder, sauceboat
    a dish (often boat-shaped) for serving gravy or sauce
  2. noun
    a design consisting of a pattern of varicolored diamonds on a solid background (originally for knitted articles); patterned after the tartan of a clan in western Scotland
    synonyms: argyle
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    type of:
    design, figure, pattern
    a decorative or artistic work
  3. noun
    a sock knitted or woven with an argyle design (usually used in the plural)
    synonyms: argyle
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    type of:
    sock
    hosiery consisting of a cloth covering for the foot; worn inside the shoe; reaches to between the ankle and the knee
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