Tetraskele (Noun)
Meaning
A figure consisting of four stylized human arms or legs (or bent lines) radiating from a center.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The tetraskele motif appeared on the ancient pottery of the region, symbolizing the four cardinal directions.
- The artist designed a stunning tetraskele logo for the company, with the four arms curved and interlocking.
- In many indigenous cultures, the tetraskele is a sacred symbol representing the interconnectedness of all things.
- The tetraskele shape was a common design element in the architecture of the ancient city, adorning walls and columns.
- The tetraskele pattern on the traditional fabric represented the four seasons and the cycle of life.