Meaning Of The Word Tessera

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tessera in American English
in ancient Rome, a small tablet of wood, ivory, etc. used as a token, ticket, label, etc.
noun: one of the small pieces used in mosaic work

tessera in British English
noun: a small square tile of stone, glass, etc, used in mosaics

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