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modillion

/məʊˈdɪl.i.ən/

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noun

/məʊˈdɪl.i.ən/C2formalart
  • ruАрхитектурный термин для одного из серии декоративных кронштейнов или консолей, расположенных под карнизом, часто встречающихся в классических или орнаментальных архитектурных проектах.

An architectural term for one of a series of decorative brackets or corbels placed beneath a cornice, often found in classical or ornate building designs.

  1. Architectural bracketC2formalart

    An ornamental bracket or corbel, typically found in classical architecture, supporting a cornice.

    ruАрхитектурный кронштейн

    • The ancient temple featured intricately carved modillions under its cornice.
    • Modillions are often used in Corinthian and Composite orders.
    • The restoration team carefully replaced the damaged modillions.

    Synonymsbracketconsolecorbel

Forms
  • modillions plural form
  • modillions' possessive plural form
  • modillion's possessive singular form