Definition: Fractal refers to an endless, repeating structure that can exist in nature but has never been observed before. It's similar to a pattern or structure that repeats over time. Definition: A fractal is an image that looks like it exists on the surface of a 2D shape, yet changes as the shape changes. Fractals are created when lines and curves overlap each other to create new patterns. An example of a fractal is a snowflake, which is made up of tiny segments called "tessellations" (a way in which lines, circles, or polygons are joined together) that converge at specific points around the perimeter.