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Cards Term Frieze Definition A decorative Band atop an interior wall below the cornice. The middle section of an entablature. Term Orders Definition A term to reference principal styles of columns with their bases, capitals and entablatures. Term Eaves Definition The lower edges of a sloping roof, projecting beyond the face of a wall. Term Arch Definition A curved or pointed opening that spans a window, doorway or other space. Term Doric Definition The oldest and sturdiest of the orders. The columns are massive, fluted and simple with a plain capital. Term Minaret Definition A high tower, part of a mosque, with a balcony from which a muezzin calls Moslems to prayer. Term Cantilever Definition A projecting bracket used primarily to carry the weight of a cornice of the protruding eaves of a building. Term Geodesic - Dome Definition A strong, light dome constructed on a framework of triangular elements. Invented by architect Buckminster Fuller. Term Cornice Definition The top, projecting section of an entablature, supporting a roof. Term Tuscan Definition A Roman order modeled after, yet simpler than the Doric Term Nave Definition The principal interior section of a church, extending from the main entrance down the main aisle to the sanctuary and flanked by the aisles. Term Ogee Definition A double curve that resembles the letter “s” formed by joining a concave and convex line. Term Ziggurat Definition Pyramid-shaped, tiered tower used in Mesopotamia to support a temple. Term Abacus Definition A slab forming the upper part of a capitol. Term Corinthian Definition The most slender and ornate of the Greek columns. Term Ionic Eaves Definition A fluted column distinguished by its scroll-shaped capital. Term Bauhaus Definition A school of arts and architecture founded in Germany by Architect Walter Gropius in 1919. Term Column Definition An upright, often decorated pillar consisting of a shaft and a crown. Term Rotunda Definition A circular building, usually domed. Term Agora Definition The Greek market place or meeting place. Term Buttress Definition A projecting support built into or against the exterior of a masonry wall to give added strength. Term Capital Definition The top part of a column supporting the entablature. Term Entablature Definition The part of a classical building between the top of a colonnade and the roof, consisting of architrave, frieze and cornice. Term Gable Definition The triangular upper part of a wall at the end of a roof which has two sloping sides. Term Jamb Definition The side of a door or window. Term Stucco Definition A textured exterior plaster finish. Term Arcade Definition A row of arches supported by columns. Term Composite Definition Roman order combining the Ionic capital and the leaves of the Corinthian. Term Cloister Definition A covered walk surrounding a court, traditionally linking a church to monastery buildings. Term Gargoyle Definition A spout projecting from a rain gutter to carry water down and away from a building. The Gothic designs of these are monstrous or grotesque figures.