Tweedy: meaning, definitions and examples

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tweedy

 

[ หˆtwiหdi ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

fashion style

Tweedy refers to a type of fabric that is typically made from wool and is characterized by a rough texture and a mix of colors. It is often associated with a classic, countryside style. Tweed clothing is most commonly seen in jackets, coats, and skirts, offering both warmth and style.

Synonyms

rough, textured, woolen.

Examples of usage

  • She wore a tweedy jacket to the country fair.
  • His tweedy cap gave him a sophisticated look.
  • The interior was decorated with tweedy cushions.
Context #2 | Adjective

personality

In a figurative sense, tweedy can describe a person who is somewhat old-fashioned, intellectual, or traditional in their mannerisms or clothing. This usage often suggests a certain stiffness or formality in demeanor.

Synonyms

academic, old-fashioned, traditional.

Examples of usage

  • The tweedy professor inspired his students with his old-world charm.
  • He carries a tweedy air about him, reminiscent of early 20th-century scholars.

Translations

Translations of the word "tweedy" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tweed

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคŸเฅเคตเฅ€เคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Tweed

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tweed

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะฒั–ฬะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tweed

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ„ใ‚คใƒผใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tweed

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tweed

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tweed

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํŠธ์œ„๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชูˆูŠูŠุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tweed

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tweed

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฒ—่Šฑๅ‘ข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ tweed

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tweed

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฒะธะด

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒ•แƒ˜แƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tweed

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tweed

Etymology

The word 'tweedy' is derived from 'tweed', a type of woolen fabric that originated in Scotland in the 19th century. The term 'tweed' itself is believed to have come from the River Tweed, which flows through the Scottish Borders. Initially, tweed was hand-woven and produced in a variety of patterns, but its practical use in clothing made it popular among the upper class and country gentlemen. As fashion evolved, the term 'tweedy' gained traction to describe not only the fabric but also the stylish garments and styles associated with it. Over time, it has come to signify a certain respectability and timelessness, often used to evoke images of rural life or the countryside.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,294, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.