Associations to the word «Architrave»

Wiktionary

ARCHITRAVE, noun. (architecture) The lowest part of an entablature; rests on the capitals of the columns.
ARCHITRAVE, noun. (architecture) The mouldings (or other elements) framing a door, window or other rectangular opening.

Dictionary definition

ARCHITRAVE, noun. The molding around a door or window.
ARCHITRAVE, noun. The lowest part of an entablature; rests immediately on the capitals of the columns.

Wise words

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