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Modillion
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What's The Definition Of Modillion?
[n] (architecture) one of a set of ornamental brackets under a cornice
Synonyms | Synonyms for Modillion: Related Terms | Find terms related to Modillion: See Also | bracket Modillion In Webster's Dictionary \Mo*dil"lion\, n. [F. modillon, It. modiglione. Cf.
{Module}, n.] (Arch.)
The enriched block or horizontal bracket generally found
under the cornice of the Corinthian and Composite
entablature, and sometimes, less ornamented, in the Ionic and
other orders; -- so called because of its arrangement at
regulated distances.
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