Entasis
Word | ENTASIS |
Character | 7 |
Hyphenation | en ta sis |
Pronunciations | /ˈɛntəsɪs/ |
Definitions and meanings of "Entasis"
What do we mean by entasis?
A slight convexity or swelling, as in the shaft of a column, intended to compensate for the illusion of concavity resulting from straight sides. noun
In architecture, the swelling or outward curve of tho profile of tho shaft of a column. noun
In pathology, constrictive or tonic spasm, as cramp, lockjaw, etc. See tetanus. Also entasia. noun
A slight convex swelling of the shaft of a column. noun
Same as Entasia. noun
A slight convex curvature introduced into the shaft of a column for aesthetic reasons, or to compensate for the illusion of concavity. noun
A slight convexity in the shaft of a column; compensates for the illusion of concavity that viewers experience when the sides are perfectly straight noun
A slight convex curvature introduced into the shaft of a column for aesthetic reasons, or to compensate for the illusion of concavity.
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