fair isle

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [fair ahyl]
- /fɛər aɪl/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [fair ahyl]
- /fɛər aɪl/

Definitions of fair isle words

noun fair isle an intricate multicoloured pattern knitted with Shetland wool into various garments, such as sweaters 0
noun fair isle knitted in a pattern of colorful bands; esp., designating a wool sweater with a patterned yoke 0
noun fair isle (knitting) A traditional knitting technique used to create patterns with multiple colours. 0

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Parts of speech for Fair isle

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fair isle popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 42% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 58% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

fair isle usage trend in Literature

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