What does imbrication mean?
The act of overlapping or fitting together like the scales of a fish, or the arrangement of overlapping layers, especially in architecture or geology. In linguistics, the interlocking of sounds or words.
Example
"The intricate carvings on the ancient temple's facade featured an impressive example of imbrication, with each stone overlapping the next to create a seamless surface."
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