word
tessellation
tes-eh-LAY-shun
ˌtɛsɪˈleɪʃənListen
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Syllable breakdown
tessellation
Dictionary meaning
The tiling of a plane using geometric shapes with no overlaps or gaps.
Examples
- Moorish architecture is famous for its intricate tessellation of geometric tiles.
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