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Imbrication
01
the arrangement or overlapping of elements so that each partially covers the one beneath it, as in tiles, shingles, or scales
Exemples
The roof displayed perfect imbrication of clay tiles.
The artist painted fish with careful imbrication of scales.
02
imbrication, chevauchement
the overlapping and blending of language elements, such as sounds or grammatical structures, within speech or writing
Exemples
The imbrication of English and Spanish in the border regions creates a unique linguistic blend that fascinates linguists.
L'imbrication de l'anglais et de l'espagnol dans les régions frontalières crée un mélange linguistique unique qui fascine les linguistes.
Understanding the imbrication of syntax and semantics is crucial for advanced language learners.
Comprendre l'imbrication de la syntaxe et de la sémantique est crucial pour les apprenants avancés en langues.
