Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tessellate

verb

/ˈtɛs.ə.leɪt/

Definition

To cover a surface by repeated use of a shape without any gaps or overlaps.

Examples

The artist decided to tessellate the mural on the wall with intricate geometric patterns.
In mathematics, students often learn to tessellate shapes in order to understand spatial relationships.
Nature can showcase tessellation, as seen in the scales of certain reptiles.

Meaning

Tessellate refers to the act of creating a pattern on a surface using one or more shapes that fit together perfectly, much like how tiles are laid on a floor.