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architrave

/'ɑrkɪ,treɪv/

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noun
the lowest part of an entablature; rests immediately on the capitals of the columns
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type of:
support

part of:
entablature
noun
the molding around a door or window
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type of:
molding moulding

Definition that contains architrave

abacus a tablet placed horizontally on top of the capital of a column as an aid in supporting the architrave
frieze an architectural ornament consisting of a horizontal sculptured band between the architrave and the cornice