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Meaning of plaid

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

plaid

Pronunciation:/plad//plæd//plæd/

noun

Definitions

  1. A type of twilled woollen cloth, often with a tartan or chequered pattern.

  2. A length of such material used as a piece of clothing, formerly worn in the Scottish Highlands and other parts of northern Britain and remaining as an item of ceremonial dress worn by members of Scottish pipe bands.

  3. The typical chequered pattern of a plaid; tartan.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Having a pattern or colors which resemble a Scottish tartan; checkered or marked with bars or stripes at right angles to one another.

plaid

verb

Definitions

  1. To act in a manner such that one has fun; to engage in activities expressly for the purpose of recreation or entertainment.

    Example: They played long and hard.

  2. To perform in (a sport); to participate in (a game).

    Example: He plays on three teams

  3. To take part in amorous activity; to make love.

    Synonyms:get it onhave sexmake out
  4. To act as the indicated role, especially in a performance.

    Example: He plays the King, and she's the Queen.