chapiter

A noun referring to the uppermost part of a column, typically decorated, that supports the entablature.

• 🇪🇸Sustantivo que designa la parte superior de una columna, generalmente decorada, que sostiene el entablamento.

1. Architectural element C2 formal art

   The uppermost part of a column or pillar, typically decorated, that supports the entablature or arch above it.

   • The ancient Greek columns had beautifully carved chapiters.
   • The architect designed a new chapiter for the building's facade.
   • The chapiter of the column was adorned with intricate floral patterns.

   🇪🇸Capitel

   Sinónimos: capcapital