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herringbone 1. a. a pattern used in textiles, brickwork, etc., consisting of two or more rows of short parallel strokes slanting in alternate directions to form a series of parallel Vs or zigzags b. (as modifier): a herringbone jacket 2. Skiing a method of ascending a slope by walking with the skis pointing outwards and one's weight on the inside edges How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Originally designed by architects Picketing and Walker in 1911, the 13-story Greek Revival building boasts 10-foot ceilings, white oak herringbone floors, working fireplaces and detailed mahogany finishes throughout. In business class, Cathay has attempted to improve on Virgin Atlantic's herringbone lie-flat bed concept by installing "softer" beds and 15-in. The Medline puller also has a herringbone pattern instead of a crown or "V" shape on upper and lower belts and pulleys to eliminate skidding or slipping. |
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