imbricated Synonyms
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imbricated Meaning
imbricated (s)
used especially of leaves or bracts; overlapping or layered as scales or shingles
imbricated (a.)
Bent and hollowed like a roof or gutter tile.
Lying over each other in regular order, so as to break joints, like tiles or shingles on a roof, the scales on the leaf buds of plants and the cups of some acorns, or the scales of fishes; overlapping each other at the margins, as leaves in aestivation.
In decorative art: Having scales lapping one over the other, or a representation of such scales; as, an imbricated surface; an imbricated pattern.
imbricated Sentence Examples
- The overlapping scales of the dinosaur's tail formed an imbricated pattern.
- The shingle roof was laid in an imbricated fashion to enhance water runoff.
- The leaves of the plant exhibited an imbricated arrangement, maximizing sunlight absorption.
- The imbricated tiles of the mosaic created a mesmerizing optical illusion.
- The scales of the snake imbricated in such a way as to reduce friction during movement.
- The imbricated petals of the rose unfurled gradually, revealing their delicate beauty.
- The imbricated feathers of the owl provided excellent camouflage, blending it seamlessly into its surroundings.
- The imbricated rock layers in the canyon showcased millions of years of geological history.
- The imbricated layers of the sedimentary deposit provided valuable insights into past environmental conditions.
- The imbricated design of the woven fabric created a unique and intricate texture.
FAQs About the word imbricated
used especially of leaves or bracts; overlapping or layered as scales or shinglesBent and hollowed like a roof or gutter tile., Lying over each other in regular
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The overlapping scales of the dinosaur's tail formed an imbricated pattern.
The shingle roof was laid in an imbricated fashion to enhance water runoff.
The leaves of the plant exhibited an imbricated arrangement, maximizing sunlight absorption.
The imbricated tiles of the mosaic created a mesmerizing optical illusion.
