About The Word Astragal
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Astragal
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What's The Definition Of Astragal?
[n] a beaded molding for edging or decorating furniture
[n] the bone in the ankle that articulates with the leg bones to form the ankle joint Synonyms | Synonyms for Astragal: anklebone | astragalus | bead | beading | beadwork | talus Related Terms | Find terms related to Astragal: See Also | ankle | ankle joint | articulatio talocruralis | bead and quirk | bone | molding | mortise joint | moulding | os | quirk bead Astragal In Webster's Dictionary \As"tra*gal\, n. [L. astragalus, Gr. ? the ankle bone,
a molding in the capital of the Ionic column.]
1. (Arch.) A convex molding of rounded surface, generally
from half to three quarters of a circle.
2. (Gun.) A round molding encircling a cannon near the mouth.
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