tessellation Synonyms
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tessellation Meaning
Wordnet
tessellation (n)
the careful juxtaposition of shapes in a pattern
the act of adorning with mosaic
Webster
tessellation (n.)
The act of tessellating; also, the mosaic work so formed.
tessellation Sentence Examples
- The intricate tessellation of the honeycomb's walls maximized structural strength.
- The ancient Greeks created mesmerizing tessellations as decorative floor mosaics.
- Islamic architecture is renowned for its geometric tessellations, displaying intricate patterns.
- Tessellations of regular polygons, such as squares or hexagons, create ordered and symmetrical patterns.
- Escher's famous "Metamorphosis" series features striking tessellations that transform smoothly into other shapes.
- The tessellated surface of a snake's scales provides protection and aids in movement.
- The tessellation of a quilt's blocks creates a kaleidoscope of shapes and colors.
- A tessellation of spheres can be used to approximate the packing of atoms or molecules.
- Fractal tessellations exhibit self-similarity, creating infinite levels of intricate patterns.
- The tessellation of a dragon's scales inspired the design of advanced materials with enhanced properties.
FAQs About the word tessellation
the careful juxtaposition of shapes in a pattern, the act of adorning with mosaicThe act of tessellating; also, the mosaic work so formed.
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The intricate tessellation of the honeycomb's walls maximized structural strength.
The ancient Greeks created mesmerizing tessellations as decorative floor mosaics.
Islamic architecture is renowned for its geometric tessellations, displaying intricate patterns.
Tessellations of regular polygons, such as squares or hexagons, create ordered and symmetrical patterns.
