[her-ing-bohn] 
| 1. | a pattern consisting of adjoining vertical rows of slanting lines, any two contiguous lines forming either a V or an inverted V, used in masonry, textiles, embroidery, etc. |
| 2. | Textiles.
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| 3. | Skiing. a method of going up a slope in which a skier sets the skis in a form resembling a V, and, placing weight on the inside edges, advances the skis by turns using the poles from behind for push and support. |
| 4. | having or resembling herringbone: herringbone tweed. |
ɪŋˌboʊn