Synonyms for

Tile

Verb / taɪl / Another word for tile — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a thin, flat piece of baked clay or other material, used for covering roofs, floors, walls, or other surfaces

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Common collocations

  • floor tile
  • wall tile
  • ceramic tile
  • tile adhesive
  • tile grout
  • roof tile
  • bathroom tile
  • kitchen tile

Word family

noun tile
verb tile

Usage note

As a verb, 'tile' specifically refers to the act of covering a surface with tiles. It is often used in construction and home improvement contexts.

Example sentences

  1. I need to replace the cracked tile in my bathroom.
  2. The living room floor was decorated with colorful tiles.
  3. The roof of the house was made of red clay tiles.
  4. The artist used small tiles to create a beautiful mosaic.
  5. The kitchen backsplash was covered in white subway tiles.

Quotes

  • Life is like a mosaic, and every tile is a different experience.
  • The first tile I ever painted was for my grandmother when I was seven years old.
  • A good friend is like a mosaic; each individual piece is beautiful, but together they create something even more magnificent.

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