About The Word Archivolt
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Archivolt
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What's The Definition Of Archivolt?Synonyms | Synonyms for Archivolt: Related Terms | Find terms related to Archivolt: See Also | Archivolt In Webster's Dictionary \Ar"chi*volt\, n. [F. archivolte, fr. It. archivolto;
pref. archi- + volto vault, arch. See {Vault}.] (Arch.)
(a) The architectural member surrounding the curved opening
of an arch, corresponding to the architrave in the case
of a square opening.
(b) More commonly, the molding or other ornaments with which
the wall face of the voussoirs of an arch is charged.
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