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Penrose

Noun 1:

A Penrose is a nonperiodic tiling that exhibits both translational symmetry and rotational symmetry.

Sample sentence: The intricate design of the Penrose on the floor left everyone in awe.

Noun 2:

Penrose is the surname of a renowned British mathematician, Sir Roger Penrose.

Sample sentence: Sir Roger Penrose has made significant contributions to black hole theory.

Noun 3:

In geometry, a Penrose triangle refers to an impossible object, also known as the "impossible tribar."

Sample sentence: The artist skillfully drew a Penrose triangle in his painting, creating an optical illusion.

Noun 4:

Penrose is a brand name for a type of healthcare drainage or surgical tube.

Sample sentence: The doctor inserted a Penrose drain to assist with the wound healing process.

Adjective:

Penrose can also be used as an adjective to describe something related to or resembling the work of Sir Roger Penrose.

Sample sentence: The artist created a unique, Penrose-inspired sculpture that captivated the viewers.

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