imbricated

Definitions

Arranged in an overlapping pattern, similar to roof tiles or fish scales.

Having a regular, overlapping arrangement of parts or edges.

Examples

The roof tiles were carefully imbricated to ensure that rainwater would flow off without leaking into the attic.

The scales on the snake's skin are imbricated, providing both protection and flexibility as it moves.

The artist created a stunning mosaic using imbricated pieces of colored glass that overlapped to form a seamless pattern.

Synonyms

overlapping layered shingled lapped superimposed nested interleaved

Antonyms

separated detached distinct unconnected disjointed isolated apart