Definition of Plinth

1. Noun. An architectural support or base (as for a column or statue).

Exact synonyms: Footstall, Pedestal
Group relationships: Column, Pillar
Terms within: Dado
Specialized synonyms: Socle
Generic synonyms: Support

Definition of Plinth

1. n. In classical architecture, a vertically faced member immediately below the circular base of a column; also, the lowest member of a pedestal; hence, in general, the lowest member of a base; a sub-base; a block upon which the moldings of an architrave or trim are stopped at the bottom. See Illust. of Column.

Definition of Plinth

1. Noun. A block or slab upon which a column, pedestal, or statue is based. ¹

2. Noun. The bottom course of stones or bricks supporting a wall. ¹

3. Noun. A base or pedestal beneath a cabinet. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Plinth

1. a stone or slab upon which a column or pedestal rests [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Plinth

plimsole
plimsoles
plimsoll
plimsolled
plimsolls
plimsols
pling
plings
plink
plinked
plinker
plinkers
plinking
plinks
plinky
plinth (current term)
plinthed
plinths
pliocene
pliofilm
pliofilms
pliohippus
pliosaur
pliosaurs
pliosaurus
pliothermal
pliothermic
pliotron
pliotrons
plipped

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