MOSA'IC, a. s as z. [L. musivum.] 1. Mosaic work is an assemblage of little pieces of glass, marble, precious stones, &c. of various colors, cut square and cemented on a ground of stucco, in such a manner as to imitate the colors and gradations of painting.2. [from Moses.] Pertaining to Moses,the leader of the Israelites; as the Mosaic law, rites or institutions.
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