tiled
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Etymology
Origin of tiled
late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; see origin at tile, -ed 3
Example Sentences
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This country is tiled with adrift twentysomething males, beset with incoherent politics, whose opinion about any issue is generated in the 10 seconds after they’ve been asked the question.
From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026
The chef’s kitchen is the epitome of luxury thanks to its high ceilings adorned in wooden beams, marble tiled flooring, wooden island table, and state-of-the-art appliances.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 12, 2026
The ceremony was held under the grand tiled arches of the station beneath City Hall.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026
"The floor is tiled, the walls are cold, and in the winter, if the temperature is above -5C, they will open the window during the day," Merkis told the BBC.
From BBC • Nov. 4, 2025
The house was silent except for Tilly’s toenails clicking down the tiled hallway as she came to greet me.
From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings
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