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| tar·tan [ trt'n ] (plural tar·tans) |
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1. Scottish wool fabric: a Scottish wool or worsted fabric woven in a wide range of checked or plaid patterns, many of which are associated with specific Scottish clans. The association between clans and tartan has no historical basis and arose in the 19th century.
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2. pattern of tartan: a pattern of tartan, officially registered and associated with a specific clan, regiment, or other organization
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3. tartan garment: a piece of clothing made of tartan
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4. traditional Highland dress: the traditional dress of the Scottish Highlands
 wearing the tartan with pride
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