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fractal.

A mathematical set that has a non-integer and constant Hausdorff dimension, corresponding to a geometric figure or object that is self-similar at arbitrarily small scales and thus has infinite complexity.

7 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈfɹæk.təl/UK, US
  1. A mathematical set that has a non-integer and constant Hausdorff dimension, corresponding to a geometric figure or object that is self-similar at arbitrarily small scales and thus has infinite complexity.

  2. An object, system, or idea that exhibits a fractal-like property, such as the property of self-similarity at numerous but not infinitely many scales.

    broadly
Where this word comes from

From French fractal, from Latin fractus (“broken”), perfect passive participle of frangō (“break, fragment”).

adj/ˈfɹæk.təl/UK, US
  1. Having the form of a fractal; having to do with fractals.

    not-comparable
  2. Exhibiting a fractal-like property.

    broadly · figuratively · not-comparable · sometimes
Where this word comes from

From French fractal, from Latin fractus (“broken”), perfect passive participle of frangō (“break, fragment”).

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