Mosaic (Noun)
Meaning 2
A pattern resembling a mosaic.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Hypernyms
Meaning 3
Arrangement of aerial photographs forming a composite picture.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Hypernyms
Meaning 4
Art consisting of a design made of small pieces of colored stone or glass.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The artist created a beautiful mosaic that depicted a serene landscape, using thousands of tiny pieces of colored glass.
- The ancient church's walls were adorned with intricate mosaics, made from fragments of precious stone that glimmered in the candlelight.
- As I walked through the garden, I stumbled upon a stunning mosaic tabletop, its design composed of shimmering shards of stained glass.
- The mosaic floor in the foyer was an exquisite work of art, with its intricate pattern made up of small pieces of colored tile.
- The Byzantine era was famous for its breathtaking mosaics, often depicting biblical scenes and characters in intricate, ornate designs.
Hypernyms
Meaning 5
Transducer formed by the light-sensitive surface on a television camera tube.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Meaning 6
Viral disease in solanaceous plants (tomatoes, potatoes, tobacco) resulting in mottling and often shriveling of the leaves.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The tomato plants exhibited characteristic symptoms of tobacco mosaic, including yellowing and curling of the leaves.
- Researchers have been studying the genetic structure of the tobacco mosaic virus to develop more effective control measures.
- The virus, also known as tomato mosaic, causes significant damage to solanaceous crops worldwide.
- Tobacco mosaic virus was first identified as the causative agent of the disease in the early 20th century.
- In addition to tomatoes, tobacco mosaic can also infect potatoes, peppers, and other related plants, resulting in reduced yields.