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her·ring·bone
ˈher-iŋ-ˌbōn 
ˈhe-riŋ-
often attributive
1
: a pattern made up of rows of parallel lines which in any two adjacent rows slope in opposite directions
2
a
: a twilled fabric with a herringbone pattern
also
: a suit made of this fabric
b
: a herringbone arrangement (as of materials or parts)
3
: a method in skiing of ascending a slope by toeing out on skis and placing the weight on the inner side
herringboned; herringboning; herringbones
1
: to produce a herringbone pattern
2
: to ascend a slope by toeing out on skis and placing the weight on the inner side
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Paul Oswell, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2026
The contemporary interiors are adorned throughout with a mix of oak herringbone and hardwood floors, 10-foot ceilings, and large windows offering up plenty of natural light and picturesque views of the city skyline.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 21 Jan. 2026
Terri Williams, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
The individual condos will have herringbone white-oak floors and large windows.
—Helena Madden, Robb Report, 17 Dec. 2021
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Noun
The 47 guest rooms share upscale furnishings, herringbone wood floors, and marble bathrooms.
—Paul Oswell, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2026
The contemporary interiors are adorned throughout with a mix of oak herringbone and hardwood floors, 10-foot ceilings, and large windows offering up plenty of natural light and picturesque views of the city skyline.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 21 Jan. 2026
Verb
Throw Blankets Brooklinen makes a variety of throw blankets, ranging from striped and solid 100% lambswool throw blankets to cable knit throw blankets to herringbone wool throw blankets.
—Terri Williams, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
The individual condos will have herringbone white-oak floors and large windows.
—Helena Madden, Robb Report, 17 Dec. 2021
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“Herringbone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/herringbone. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.
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