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Definition of Spandrel
1. Noun. An approximately triangular surface area between two adjacent arches and the horizontal plane above them.
Definition of Spandrel
1. n. The irregular triangular space between the curve of an arch and the inclosing right angle; or the space between the outer moldings of two contiguous arches and a horizontal line above them, or another arch above and inclosing them.
Definition of Spandrel
1. Noun. (architecture) The space (often triangular) between the outer curve of an arch (the extrados) and a straight-sided figure that bounds it; the space between two contiguous arches and a straight feature above them ¹
2. Noun. (architecture) The triangular space under a stair; the material that fills the space ¹
3. Noun. (architecture) A horizontal member between the windows of each storey of a tall building ¹
4. Noun. An oriental rug having a pattern of arches; the design in the corners of such a rug, especially in a prayer rug ¹
5. Noun. (genetics) A phenotypic characteristic that evolved as a side effect of a true adaptation ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Spandrel
1. a space between two adjoining arches [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Spandrel
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