archivolt

English

noun
Definitions
  • (architecture) An ornamental molding or band following the curve on the underside of an arch.

Etymology

Derived from French archivolte derived from Italian archivolto derived from Latin arcus (bow, arc, arch, a bow, curve).

Origin

Latin

arcus

Gloss

bow, arc, arch, a bow, curve

Concept
Semantic Field

Warfare and hunting

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

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