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Tweedy - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Tweedy describes a rough, textured fabric made from wool, often with flecks of color. It can also refer to a person who has a scholarly or old-fashioned appearance, resembling such fabric.

tweedy

/ˈtwidi/ /ˈtwiːdi/

Definition:

Made of or resembling tweed; having a rustic, earthy, or intellectual appearance.

Synonyms:

woolen, homespun, coarse-textured

Part of Speech:

adjective

Antonyms:

smooth, sleek, polished

Common Collocations:

tweedy jacket, tweedy fabric, tweedy look

Derivatives:

tweediness, tweedier

Usage Tips:

Use "tweedy" to describe clothing or appearances resembling the rough texture of tweed fabric or an intellectual aesthetic.

Common Phrases:

tweedy professor, tweedy charm, tweedy elegance

Etymology:

Derived from "tweed," a rough woolen fabric, originating from Scottish "tweel" (twilled).

Examples:

  • 1. She wore a tweedy blazer to the countryside picnic.
  • 2. His tweedy appearance made him look like a professor.
  • 3. The sofa had a warm, tweedy texture perfect for winter.
  • 4. Her style was classic and slightly tweedy with earthy tones.

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