Definition of plaid

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/plæd//plæd/

The origin of the word "plaid" is a bit complex, but I'd be happy to help you out! The word "plaid" comes from the Gaelic word "plaide," which refers to a tartan or a striped fabric. In Scottish Gaelic, "plaide" means "blanket" or "cloth." The term was originally used to describe the distinctive tartan patterns worn by Scottish clans. In the 16th century, Scottish soldiers wore tartan kilts, and the term "plaid" became associated with these textiles. As Scottish culture spread throughout the British Empire, the word "plaid" gained popularity and became a generic term for any type of tartan fabric. Today, the term "plaid" is often used to describe a variety of patterns and designs, but its origins are firmly rooted in Scottish Highland culture and tradition.

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a type of thick cloth with a pattern of lines and squares of different colours and widths, especially a tartan pattern

một loại vải dày có hoa văn các đường và hình vuông có màu sắc và chiều rộng khác nhau, đặc biệt là hoa văn kẻ sọc

a long piece of plaid made of wool, worn over the shoulders as part of the Scottish national dress

một mảnh vải caro dài làm bằng len, mặc qua vai như một phần của trang phục dân tộc Scotland

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