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shepherd's check

noun

a pattern of even checks, used in a variety of fabrics.
a fabric having this pattern.

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Nearby words

  1. shepard, sam,
  2. shepherd,
  3. shepherd dog,
  4. shepherd king,
  5. shepherd satellite,
  6. shepherd's needle,
  7. shepherd's pie,
  8. shepherd's weatherglass,
  9. shepherd's-purse,
  10. shepherdess

Origin of shepherd's check

First recorded in 1860–65
Also called shepherd's plaid.
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