Antefix

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1. Noun

An ornament fixed upon a frieze.

2. Noun

An ornament at the eaves, concealing the ends of the joint tiles of the roof.

3. Noun

An ornament of the cymatium of a classic cornice, sometimes pierced for the escape of water.

4. Noun

carved ornament at the eaves of a tile roof concealing the joints between tiles
Vocabulary classified under Art and design
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