- 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.
- Textiles.
- a type of twill weave having this pattern.
- a fabric constructed with this weave.
- a garment made from such a fabric, especially a suit.
- 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.
- having or resembling herringbone: herringbone tweed.
- 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
- (as modifier)
- a method of ascending a slope by walking with the skis pointing outwards and one's weight on the inside edges
- to decorate (textiles, brickwork, etc) with herringbone
- to ascend a slope in herringbone fashion
