pediment

n. 山形墙, 三角墙, 山花饰

发音

UK /ˈpɛd.ɪ.mənt/
其它

词形变化

pediments 复数 pediments

释义与例句

n.
  1. 1.

    A classical architectural element consisting of a triangular section or gable found above the horizontal superstructure (entablature) which lies immediately upon the columns; fronton.

    建筑
  2. 2.

    A very gently sloping (0.5°-7°) inclined bedrock surface.

    地质

词汇关系

名词

上位词 2

gable gable end

相关短语

gooseneck pediment

词源

From the earlier form peremint, perhaps a dialectal alteration of pyramid, under the influence of -ment.

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