Calico Definition & Meaning
calico
- adjective
- made of calico or resembling calico in being patterned; "calico dresses"; "a calico cat"
- 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"
- noun
- coarse cloth with a bright print
"Calico" in song lyrics
See how calico is used in real songs:
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"Not a game, don't play me like Calico"
The 7A3 — Coolin' in Cali -
"You plain like Calico"
Armani of York — Rays of Light -
"I got a hundred rounds plus for my Calico"
B.G. f/ Bun B, Juvenile, Ms. Tee — Retaliation
Words that rhyme with calico
Usage tips for "calico"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "calico" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for calico to find words that pair well.
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- What does calico mean?
- made of calico or resembling calico in being patterned; "calico dresses"; "a calico cat" 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" coarse cloth with a bright print
- What part of speech is calico?
- Calico is an adjective and a noun.
- How many definitions does calico have?
- Calico has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).