1. a pattern of rectangular blocks or bricks laid in a zigzag arrangement, resembling the skeleton of a herring fish

1. arranged in or having the pattern of a herringbone

1. to lay out or arrange in a herringbone pattern

Examples

• The kitchen floor was laid in a herringbone pattern with dark walnut tiles.
• The herringbone brick design gave the fireplace a classic, elegant look.
• They decided to herringbone the new hardwood flooring in the hallway.
• The herringbone weave is popular in both traditional and modern interior design.
• The contractor carefully herringboned each row of parquet to ensure a perfect fit.
• A herringbone pattern can make a small room appear larger and more dynamic.