Fair Isle

American  

1. a banded geometrical pattern knitted into garments using variously colored woolen yarns.

2. clothing featuring such a pattern, especially sweaters.

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Fair Isle British  

noun

1. an intricate multicoloured pattern knitted with Shetland wool into various garments, such as sweaters

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Etymology

Origin of Fair Isle

After Fair Isle, one of the Shetland Islands where the knitting pattern originated

Example Sentences

As Cal tells his former best friend, Isla, her Fair Isle sweater boasts 29 different shades.

From Los Angeles Times

Fair Isle - which is home to about 50 people - is famed for its knitwear as well as its wildlife and bird observatory.

From BBC

One of those current Fair Isle residents, Eileen Thomson, believes it could be a great move for someone.

From BBC

"The most beautiful little island," is how she describes Fair Isle, which she said was well-known for nature and being one of the best places to spot wildlife.

From BBC

Fair Isle is located halfway between the Northern Isles of Orkney and Shetland.

From BBC