gingham

noun

ging·​ham ˈgiŋ-əm How to pronounce gingham (audio)
: a clothing fabric usually of yarn-dyed cotton in plain weave

Examples of gingham in a Sentence

a gingham tablecloth
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It’s made with a soft cotton-blend material, sporting a classic gingham pattern, four buttons down the front, and a slim fit that cinches in your waist for a flattering silhouette. Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025 Currently, her brand Charlie Beads offers more than 14+ colorways in the short bloomer style, including plaids, stripes, polka dots, gingham, and more. Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025 Chouyatou Cotton-linen Palazzo Capri Pants Style meets comfort with these gingham capri pants made from a blend of soft cotton and linen, perfect for exploring a new city in warmer temps. Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 23 Aug. 2025 Plaid and gingham are staples of the apple cider aesthetic, adding a sense of tradition and coziness. Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for gingham

Word History

Etymology

modification of Malay genggang striped cloth

First Known Use

1615, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of gingham was in 1615

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“Gingham.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/gingham. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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gingham

noun
ging·​ham ˈgiŋ-əm How to pronounce gingham (audio)
: a cotton cloth that is often marked with a pattern of colored squares

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