Associations to the word «Pediment»
Noun
- Temple
- Dome
- Transept
- Medusa
- Depicting
- Sculptor
- Palazzo
- Plaster
- Portal
- Tripod
- Projection
- Minerva
- Facing
- Coat
- Pinnacle
- Chimney
- Inscription
- Elevation
- Recess
- Edifice
- Initial
- Weathering
- Vase
- Michelangelo
- Granite
- Limestone
- Chariot
- Terra
- Apollo
- Neo
- Centaur
- Arcade
- Erosion
- Railing
- Bay
- Floor
- Terrace
- Fireplace
- Britannia
- Obelisk
- Wreath
- Garland
- Panel
- Masonry
- Architecture
- Pier
- Altar
- Slate
- Capitol
- Courthouse
- Renaissance
- Thunderbolt
- Sill
- Nave
- Timber
- Building
- Plaque
- Athens
- Emblem
- Opening
- Capital
- Corner
- Upland
- Style
Adjective
Wiktionary
PEDIMENT, noun. (architecture) A classical architectural element consisting of a triangular section or gable found above the horizontal superstructure (entablature) which lies immediately upon the columns; fronton.
Dictionary definition
PEDIMENT, noun. A triangular gable between a horizontal entablature and a sloping roof.
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