buffalo plaid

American  

noun

1. a plaid with large blocks formed by the intersection of two different-color yarns, typically red and black.

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Etymology

Origin of buffalo plaid

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

Get Fido ready for his closeup and holiday selfies in this handsome buffalo plaid reindeer antler hat.

From Seattle Times

One of them is wearing a flowing denim jumpsuit with black tasseled loafers; the other is in buffalo plaid over dusky denim hoisted atop a pair of ratted work boots, with a gleaming golden chain above his chest.

From Los Angeles Times

The team’s closing ceremony looks in a buffalo plaid design were unveiled in October.

From Washington Times

The team’s closing ceremony uniforms in a buffalo plaid design were unveiled in October.

From Seattle Times

Red-and-black buffalo plaid Maine Guide shirts were updated to suit the Paul Bunyan legions braving the pickle aisle at Smorgasburg.

From New York Times