corbel

• Nom désignant une console ou un support triangulaire en pierre, en brique ou en bois, utilisé en architecture pour soutenir une poutre, un encorbellement ou une corniche.

A noun referring to a triangular bracket made of brick or stone, typically used in architecture to support a structure such as a beam or cornice.

1. Architectural bracketC2formal

   A triangular or projecting piece of stone, brick, or wood that supports a beam, arch, or other structure above it.

   Corbeau (architecture)

   • The medieval church features intricate stone corbels supporting the roof.
   • Each corbel was carved with a different animal face.
   • The architect designed a series of corbels to hold the balcony.

   Synonymesbracketconsole

• Verbe utilisé en architecture et en construction, signifiant soutenir ou faire saillie en tant qu'élément en porte-à-faux pour une structure.

A verb used in architecture and construction meaning to support or project a structure using a corbel, a bracket-like architectural element.

1. Furnish with a corbelC2formal

   To provide or support a structure with a corbel, which is a projecting piece of stone, brick, or wood that supports a beam or other architectural element.

   Pourvoir d'un corbeau

   • The architect decided to corbel the stone wall to support the heavy roof.
   • They corbeled the chimney to give it a more decorative appearance.
   • The medieval builders corbeled the arches to create a grand entrance.