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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Their wide selection of gingham styles achieve the English countryside kind of style that’s widely trending, while still maintaining quality. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 8 Jan. 2026 Gwyneth Paltrow whipped up her famous boyfriend-breakfast in a silky navy set, Kate Hudson sat for hair and makeup in a knitted turtleneck combo, and Demi Moore hung out with family in a gingham two-piece. Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026 Her bombshell looks, signature French girl chic, and iconic informal gingham wedding dress designed by Jacques Esterel — a commission notably declined by Yves Saint Laurent — set trends for young women in Europe and America. Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 29 Dec. 2025 Sunlight catches on a pine garland strung with gingham bows and tiny copper bells in Jenna Brooks’ living room. Rachel Hale, USA Today, 23 Dec. 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 11 Jan. 2026.

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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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