Imbricate

ENZH

What Does Imbricate Mean?

  • 重叠的
  • 互扣的
  • 瓦状的

Imbricate Pronunciation

/ˈɪm.brɪ.keɪt/

Imbricate Definition

verb

Definition

To arrange (tiles, leaves, etc.) in an overlapping manner.

In ZH

将(瓦片、叶子等)以重叠的方式排列。

How to Use Imbricate in a Sentence

  • The architect designed the roof to imbricate perfectly.
  • Flowers imbricate as they bloom in spring.
  • The scales of the fish are imbricate, providing protection.
  • In the construction, we will imbricate the shingles for better water drainage.
  • The artist chose to imbricate the colors in her painting.
adjective

Definition

Arranged in a way that overlaps; overlapping.

In ZH

以重叠方式排列的;重叠的。

How to Use Imbricate in a Sentence

  • The imbricate design of the pond's edge created a natural habitat.
  • Her imbricate hairstyle was the talk of the party.
  • Some plants have imbricate leaves that help with water retention.
  • The stones were laid down in an imbricate fashion to ensure stability.
  • Many animal species display imbricate patterns on their bodies.