1. a geometric shape or pattern that repeats itself at different scales, with each smaller part resembling the whole
Usage: mathematics and geometry; commonly used in computer graphics and nature studies

1. relating to or having the properties of a fractal; self-similar at different scales
Usage: mathematics and geometry

Examples

• The Mandelbrot set is one of the most famous fractals in mathematics.
• Snowflakes often display fractal patterns in their crystalline structure.
• Computer scientists use fractal algorithms to compress images efficiently.
• The coastline of a country can be modeled using fractal geometry.
• Ferns exhibit fractal properties, with smaller branches mirroring the shape of larger ones.
• Artists have created stunning fractal art by zooming into mathematical equations.
• Nature is full of fractal designs, from tree branches to river systems.