| 单词 | tartan |
| 释义 | Word Frequency tartan 1(ˈtɑːtən) noun 1. a. a design of straight lines, crossing at right angles to give a chequered appearance, esp the distinctive design or designs associated with each Scottish clan the Buchanan tartan b. (as modifier) a tartan kilt 2. a woollen fabric or garment with this design 3. the tartan Derived forms tartaned (ˈtartaned) adjective Word origin C16: perhaps from Old French tertaine linsey-woolsey, from Old Spanish tiritaña a fine silk fabric, from tiritar to rustleWord Frequency tartan 2(ˈtɑːtən) noun a single-masted vessel used in the Mediterranean, usually with a lateen sail Word origin C17: from French, perhaps from Provençal tartana falcon, buzzard, since a ship was frequently given the name of a bird |
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