herringbone pattern

Definitions of herringbone pattern
  1. 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
    synonyms: herringbone
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    type of:
    design, figure, pattern
    a decorative or artistic work
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