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Calico (Adjective)

Meaning 1

Made of calico or resembling calico in being patterned; "calico dresses"; "a calico cat".

Classification

Relational adjectives (pertainyms).

Examples

  • The fashion store was known for its vibrant calico dresses that added a pop of color to any outfit.
  • A calico cat wandered into the garden, its patches of orange and black blending in with the flowers.
  • Her grandmother had an old trunk filled with calico fabric, leftover from her quilting days.
  • The calico wallpaper in the nursery was a delightful backdrop for the stuffed animals and toys.
  • The artist's latest collection featured a series of calico-inspired paintings, each one more striking than the last.

Related Words

  • Calico (noun)

Meaning 2

Having sections or patches colored differently and usually brightly; "a jester dressed in motley"; "the painted desert"; "a particolored dress"; "a piebald horse"; "pied daisies".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The calico cat had patches of bright orange, white, and black fur that stood out against her otherwise dull surroundings.
  • The calico pattern of the quilt was a delightful mix of colors that added a playful touch to the bedroom.
  • The calico dress was a stunning combination of vibrant pink, turquoise, and yellow, perfect for a summer festival.
  • The calico fabric was a popular choice for crafting projects, with its bold, multi-colored patches that seemed to dance across the material.
  • The calico flowers that grew in the garden were a delightful surprise, their brightly colored petals a vibrant contrast to the more subtle hues of the surrounding foliage.

Synonyms

  • Varicolored
  • Multi-colored
  • Particoloured
  • Motley
  • Multicolor
  • Multicolored
  • Particolored
  • Varicoloured
  • Painted
  • Pied
  • Multicoloured
  • Multi-coloured
  • Piebald
  • Multi-colour
  • Multicolour
  • Multi-color

Related Words

  • Calico (noun)
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