setoff

• Nom désignant un élément architectural où un mur ou un bâtiment se rétrécit brusquement, formant une saillie ou un ressaut dans la construction.

A noun referring to an architectural feature where a wall or building narrows abruptly, creating a ledge or step in the structure.

1. Architectural recess or ledgeC1formal

   A horizontal or vertical offset in a wall or building where the thickness or plane changes abruptly, creating a ledge or step.

   Retrait ou ressaut en architecture

   • The medieval tower had a distinct setoff where the upper walls narrowed.
   • The architect designed a setoff to break up the large facade.
   • A stone setoff provided a natural ledge for the gargoyles.

   Synonymesledgeoffsetshoulderstep