acroteral
|ac-ro-ter-al|
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/əˈkrɒtərəl/
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/əˈkrəʊtərəl/
architectural ornament
Etymology
'acroteral' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'akroterion,' where 'akros' meant 'highest' or 'topmost.'
'akroterion' transformed into the Latin word 'acroterium,' and eventually became the modern English word 'acroteral.'
Initially, it meant 'highest point or extremity,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to an architectural ornament.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or resembling an acroterion, which is an architectural ornament placed on a flat base called the acroter or plinth, and mounted at the apex of the pediment of a building in the classical style.
The acroteral sculptures on the ancient temple were beautifully preserved.
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Last updated: 2025/04/29 03:06