gingham
[ˈɡɪŋ.əm]
A gingham is a type of fabric with a distinctive checkered pattern. It's often associated with old-fashioned or vintage-style clothing and home decor.
Gingham is commonly used to describe fabrics, clothes, or even tablecloths that feature those classic checks. You might see gingham curtains in a grandma's house or a pair of gingham shorts at a summer festival. Some people love the look of gingham and use it to add a playful touch to their outfits or decor. In fashion, you can think of gingham as a nostalgic fabric, often used for casual, summery clothes like dresses, aprons, or even bandanas.
How common is "gingham"?
Word gingham is considered rare in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions
noun
A cotton fabric made from dyed and white yarn woven in checks
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