sliding puzzle
Pronunciation
/slˈaɪdɪŋ pˈʌzəl/

Definition & Meaning of "sliding puzzle"in English

Sliding puzzle
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a type of puzzle that consists of a rectangular board with movable tiles, and the objective is to rearrange the tiles by sliding them into an empty space to form a specific pattern or image

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
sliding puzzles

What is a "sliding puzzle"?

A sliding puzzle is a type of puzzle consisting of a grid with several pieces that can be moved around, usually with one empty space to allow the pieces to slide. The goal is to arrange the pieces in a specific order or pattern, such as completing an image or sorting numbers. The puzzle is solved by sliding the pieces into the empty space one at a time, using logic and strategy to move them into the correct position. Sliding puzzles vary in size and difficulty, offering a challenging and engaging experience for puzzle enthusiasts.

Examples
I spent hours trying to solve that sliding puzzle, but I just could n’t get the pieces in the right order.
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