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Tessellated Definition & Meaning

tessellated
adjective
  1. having a checkered or mottled appearance
  2. decorated with small pieces of colored glass or stone fitted together in a mosaic; "a tessellated pavement"

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Frequently asked questions

What does tessellated mean?
having a checkered or mottled appearance decorated with small pieces of colored glass or stone fitted together in a mosaic; "a tessellated pavement"
What part of speech is tessellated?
Tessellated is an adjective.
How many definitions does tessellated have?
Tessellated has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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