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mosaico

mosaic; tile pattern

noun moh-SAH-ee-koh Rare

Origin: From Medieval Latin musaicum, related to the Muses.

Usage Note

Mosaico refers to decorative work made of small coloured tiles or stones, and by extension any patchwork pattern or diverse mixture (un mosaico de culturas). The adjective abigarrado is sometimes used as a synonym for a colourful mosaic-like mix. In Latin America mosaico can also mean a floor tile or linoleum tile.

Examples

"El suelo del baño tiene un mosaico romano."

Natural Translation

The bathroom floor has a Roman mosaic.

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