dedal

[ˈdɛd(ə)l]

dedal Definition

  • 1a small tool used for sewing, especially one that is used for making stitches very close together
  • 2a small, intricate, and complex maze

Using dedal: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "dedal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She used a dedal to sew the button on her shirt.

  • Example

    The dedal was so small that it was difficult to use.

  • Example

    The garden was a dedal of paths and hedges.

dedal Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dedal

Phrases with dedal

  • dedal of streets

    a complex network of streets or alleys

    Example

    The old town was a dedal of narrow streets and alleys.

  • a complex and confusing system of administrative procedures and regulations

    Example

    Navigating the dedal of bureaucracy can be a daunting task.

  • a tangled or complex network of wires or cables

    Example

    The back of the computer was a dedal of wires and cords.

Origins of dedal

from Greek 'Daidalos', the name of a skilled craftsman in Greek mythology

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Summary: dedal in Brief

The term 'dedal' [ˈdɛd(ə)l] refers to a small sewing tool used for making stitches close together or a small, intricate, and complex maze. It is often used to describe complex networks of streets, bureaucracy, or wires, as in 'The old town was a dedal of narrow streets and alleys.'