Definition of mosaic
- n. - A surface decoration made by inlaying in patterns small
pieces of variously colored glass, stone, or other material; -- called
also mosaic work.
- n. - A picture or design made in mosaic; an article decorated in
mosaic.
- a. - Of or pertaining to the style of work called mosaic; formed
by uniting pieces of different colors; variegated; tessellated; also,
composed of various materials or ingredients.
- a. - Of or pertaining to Moses, the leader of the Israelites, or
established through his agency; as, the Mosaic law, rites, or
institutions.