English
Alternative spellings
spandril
Noun
wikipedia
en-noun
#architecture The space (often triangular) between the outer curve of an arch (the extrados) and a straight-sided figure that bounds it; the space between two contiguous arches and a straight feature above them
#architecture The triangular space under a stair; the material that fills the space
#architecture A horizontal member between the windows of each storey of a tall building
- An oriental rug having a pattern of arches; the design in the corners of such a rug, especially in a prayer rug
#genetics A phenotypic characteristic that evolved as a side effect of a true adaptation
Derived terms
spandrelled
References
OED
ru:spandrel
vi:spandrel
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