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paisley

Syllabification: (pais·ley)
Pronunciation: /ˈpāzlē/

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Definition of paisley

noun

[usually as modifier]
  • a distinctive intricate pattern of curved, feather-shaped figures based on a pine-cone design from India:a paisley silk tie

Origin:

early 19th century: named after the town Paisley, Scotland, the original place of manufacture

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