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post and lintel

/ˈpəʊst ænd ˈlɪntəl/

Traduction: Système de construction en architecture composé de deux supports verticaux (poteaux ou colonnes) portant une poutre horizontale (linteau), typique des architectures classiques et traditionnelles.

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/ˈpəʊst ænd ˈlɪntəl/C1formalart
  • frSystème de construction en architecture composé de deux supports verticaux (poteaux ou colonnes) portant une poutre horizontale (linteau), typique des architectures classiques et traditionnelles.

A structural system in architecture consisting of two vertical posts supporting a horizontal beam (lintel), used in classical and traditional building construction.

  1. Architectural systemC1formal

    A structural system consisting of vertical posts supporting a horizontal lintel or beam, used in classical and ancient architecture.

    frsystème poteau-poutre

    • The ancient Greeks used the post and lintel system in their temples.
    • Stonehenge is a famous example of a post and lintel structure.
    • Modern architects still employ post and lintel construction for certain designs.