Tartan
['tɑːt(ə)n] or ['tɑrtn]
Definition
(n.) Woolen cloth, checkered or crossbarred with narrow bands of various colors, much worn in the Highlands of Scotland; hence, any pattern of tartan; also, other material of a similar pattern.
(n.) A small coasting vessel, used in the Mediterranean, having one mast carrying large leteen sail, and a bowsprit with staysail or jib.
Typist: Shelby
Definition
n. a Mediterranean vessel with lateen sail: a kind of long covered carriage
n. a woollen or worsted stuff checked with various colours once the distinctive dress of the Scottish Highlanders each clan having its own pattern.
Editor: Lorna