labaria

/ləˈbɛəriə/ or /ləˈbɑːriə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of ancient Greek or Roman wall decoration, typically consisting of a series of interlocking stones or tiles.

“The archaeologists found remnants of labaria in the ancient Roman ruins.”

2. noun

A type of fungus, particularly a labaria species found in certain types of trees or soil.

“The forest scientist studied the labaria that grew on the old oak tree.”

Synonyms

  • frieze
  • tessellation

Antonyms

  • chaos
  • disarray