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intricacy

/ˈɪn.trɪ.kə.si/

[/ˈɪn.trɪ.kə.si/]

complex detail

Advancednoun

Definition

Intricacy is the quality of having many complex, interrelated parts or details. Speakers marvel at the intricacy of nature.

Example

The intricacy of the design amazed the engineers.

The intricacy of the design amazed the engineers.

Etymology

From Latin 'intricare', meaning to entangle.

How & Where It’s Used

Used for elaborate, finely detailed systems or work.

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