Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: argyle
IPA transcription: ['ɑɹɡ,aɪl]
noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: argyle, argyll
    Meaning: a sock knitted or woven with an argyle design (usually used in the plural)
  • Synonyms: argyle, argyll
    Meaning: 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: argyll, argyle
    Meaning: a covered gravy holder of silver or other metal containing a detachable central vessel for hot water to keep the gravy warm
Usage examples
  • Argyle was the first to act upon this contract.
  • As they entered Argyle Buildings, however, she was roused by this address from her companion, "Who is that girl who looked at you so hard as she went by?"