imbricating

[US]/ˈɪmb.rɪ.keɪ.tɪŋ/
[UK]/ˈɪm.brɪ.keɪ.tɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to overlap at the edges like tiles
adj.overlapping like tiles

Phrases & Collocations

imbricating tiles

imbricating leaves

imbricating scales

imbricating layers

imbricating shingles

imbricating structures

imbricating patterns

imbricating elements

imbricating rocks

imbricating surfaces

Example Sentences

the tiles were imbricating perfectly on the roof.

imbricating leaves can help with water drainage.

birds often use imbricating feathers for insulation.

the artist's technique involved imbricating colors.

imbricating scales protect the fish from predators.

she described the imbricating patterns in the fabric.

imbricating stones create a strong wall structure.

the imbricating design of the shingles adds durability.

they studied the imbricating arrangement of the petals.

imbricating layers in geology can indicate historical changes.

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