Abaculus

Pronunciation: /əˈbækjʊləs/

Definitions of abaculus

noun a small mosaic tile used in ancient Roman architecture

Example Sentences

A1 An abaculus is a small mosaic tile used in ancient Roman architecture.

A2 The artist used abaculus tiles to create a beautiful design on the floor.

B1 The restoration of the ancient temple included the use of abaculus in its design.

B2 The intricate patterns created with abaculus tiles were a testament to the craftsmanship of the artisans.

C1 Archaeologists uncovered a rare collection of abaculus tiles dating back to the Roman Empire.

C2 The museum displayed a stunning mosaic made entirely of abaculus tiles, showcasing the artistry of the ancient craftsmen.

Examples of abaculus in a Sentence

formal The abaculus was used by the ancient Romans as a counting device.

informal I found this cool abaculus at the antique shop.

slang Check out this old-school abaculus I scored at the thrift store.

figurative The abaculus of memories in her mind helped her navigate through difficult times.

Grammatical Forms of abaculus

• plural: abaculi
• comparative: more abaculous
• superlative: most abaculous
• present tense: abaculus
• future tense: will abaculus
• perfect tense: has abaculus
• continuous tense: is abaculusing
• singular: abaculus
• positive degree: abaculus
• infinitive: to abaculus
• gerund: abaculusing
• participle: abaculused

Origin and Evolution of abaculus

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'abaculus' originated from Latin.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a small abacus or counting device, the term 'abaculus' evolved over time to also denote small architectural decorations or mosaic tiles.