Tartan (noun)

1. A woolen cloth woven in one of several patterns, typically of plaid design, associated with Scotland and the Scottish Highlands.
2. A pattern made up of crisscrossed horizontal and vertical bands in multiple colors, typically worn on kilts and other traditional Scottish clothing.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from french tartan, of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. He wore a tartan kilt to the Scottish wedding.
2. The design of the tartan was unique to the clan.
3. The bagpiper's sash was made of the same tartan as the kilt.
4. The tablecloth was made of tartan with a red and green plaid pattern.
5. The sofa had a tartan throw on it, in shades of blue and green.