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Record 1 1999-12-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Architectural Drafting and Tools
  • Roofs (Building Elements)
DEF

An ornamental projection at the corner, or peak, of a roof, or the base that supports the ornament.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Dessin architectural et instruments
  • Toitures (Éléments du bâtiment)
DEF

Construction élevée au-dessus de la corniche de l'entablement pour masquer la naissance d'un toit.

CONT

Acrotère. Architecture moderne : désigne les éléments d'une façade qui sont situés au-dessus du niveau de la toiture ou de la terrasse, à leur périphérie, et qui constituent des rebords ou des garde-corps, pleins ou à claire-voie.

Spanish

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