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Tumbling Block

Description:

Tumbling block refers to a geometric pattern that is often used in various forms of art and design. The pattern consists of interlocking shapes, typically cubes or parallelograms, arranged in a way that creates an optical illusion of movement and three-dimensionality.

Senses:

1. Noun: Geometric Pattern

In this sense, tumbling block refers to the geometric pattern of interlocking cubes or parallelograms.

Example Sentence: The quilt she made featured a mesmerizing tumbling block pattern that drew attention from everyone.

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2. Noun: Jargon in Gambling

In gambling, tumbling block is a jargon used to describe dice that remain in a staggered formation when thrown.

Example Sentence: The gambler rolled the tumbling block, hoping for lucky numbers to appear.

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3. Verb: Falling Down

As a verb, tumbling block refers to the act of falliing or tumbling down in a block-like manner.

Example Sentence: The old building slowly tumbled block by block, leaving behind memories of the past.

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