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tessellate

 

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Verb tessellate has 1 sense
  1. tessellate - tile with tesserae; "tessellate the kitchen floor"
    --1 is one way to
    tile
    Derived forms: noun tessellation2, noun tessera1, noun tessella1
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Tessellate

Definition:

Tessellate is a verb that means to cover a surface with a pattern of geometric shapes without any gaps or overlaps.

Sense 1 - Geometric Pattern:

In geometry, tessellate refers to the process of creating a tiling pattern by fitting together shapes, such as polygons, in a way that they completely fill a plane. The resulting design is called a tessellation.

Example sentence: The artist used various hexagonal tiles to tessellate the floor, creating an intricate and mesmerizing pattern.

Sense 2 - Repeat or Arrange:

Tessellate can also refer to the act of arranging or repeating an object to form a larger pattern or structure.

Example sentence: The mosaic artwork beautifully tessellated thousands of tiny ceramic pieces, forming an exquisite mural on the wall.

Sense 3 - Fit Together:

In a broader context, tessellate can mean fitting together or interlocking various parts or elements in a seamless manner.

Example sentence: The architects designed the building with interlocking concrete blocks that tessellate perfectly, resulting in a visually striking façade.


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