Definition

Having a shape or appearance similar to a tile.

Example

The floor was covered with tilelike patterns that added a unique touch to the room.

Conversation

I just got some new coasters, and they have a really cool tilelike design.

Oh, that sounds interesting! I love unique patterns.

Yeah, they remind me of the ones we saw at that art fair last year.

Exactly! Those tilelike designs always catch my eye.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tilelike → It is formed from "tile" (from Old English *tigele*, meaning a small, flat piece of material used for covering surfaces) and "-like" (meaning resembling or having the characteristics of). The word "tilelike" means resembling or characteristic of a tile.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'tile' as a flat piece used for covering, and when something is 'tilelike', it resembles that flat, covering shape.

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