reticulation
UK: rɪˌtɪkjʊˈleɪʃən | US: rɪˌtɪkjʊˈleɪʃən
n. 1. A pattern or arrangement of interlacing lines resembling a net.
n. 2. The act or process of forming a network or mesh-like structure.
reticulation = retic<net> + ul<diminutive> + ation<noun suffix>
- retic<net>: From Latin reticulum ("small net"), derived from rete ("net").
- ul<diminutive>: A Latin diminutive suffix indicating smallness or fine detail.
- ation<noun suffix>: Forms nouns denoting an action or resulting state.
Etymology Origin:
The word traces back to Latin reticulum, a diminutive of rete ("net"), reflecting the concept of a fine, net-like structure. Over time, reticulum evolved into reticulation in English, emphasizing the formation or appearance of intricate networks, often seen in biology (e.g., leaf veins) or art (e.g., engraved lines).
The reticulation of veins in the leaf ensures efficient nutrient distribution.
The artist’s engraving displayed delicate reticulation, creating a lace-like effect.
Scientists studied the reticulation of fungal hyphae under the microscope.
The map’s reticulation of roads highlighted the city’s dense urban planning.
Reticulation in irrigation systems helps distribute water evenly across fields.