Pediment

What do we mean by pediment?

A wide, low-pitched gable surmounting the façade of a building in the Grecian style. noun

A triangular element, similar to or derivative of a Grecian pediment, used widely in architecture and decoration. noun

A broad, gently sloping rock surface at the base of a steeper slope, often covered with alluvium, formed primarily by erosion. noun

In architecture, a low triangular part resembling a gable, crowning the fronts of buildings in the Greek styles, especially over porticos. noun

Hence In decorative art, any member of similar outline, forming a triangular or segmental ornament rising above a horizontal band, as in ironwork; such a member above the opening of a screen or the like: it may be entirely open and consist of light scrollwork only. noun

Originally, in classical architecture, the triangular space forming the gable of a simple roof; hence, a similar form used as a decoration over porticoes, doors, windows, etc.; also, a rounded or broken frontal having a similar position and use. See temple. noun

A classical architectural element consisting of a triangular section or gable found above the horizontal superstructure (entablature) which lies immediately upon the columns; fronton noun

A triangular gable between a horizontal entablature and a sloping roof noun

A classical architectural element consisting of a triangular section or gable found above the horizontal superstructure (entablature) which lies immediately upon the columns; fronton.

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Words that are triggered by (strongly associated with) the word pediment:
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Adjectives that are often used to describe pediment:
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Nouns that are often described by the adjective pediment:
formation, figures, groups, surface, gravel, terraces, group, slope, sculptures, fan, terrace, form, roof, system, fans, cover.

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