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Architecture
The science of designing and building structures for habitation.
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diazoma
Architecture; General architecture
The wide horizontal walkway between the lower and upper tiers of seats in a Greek theater.
lintel
Architecture; General architecture
A horizontal block that spans the space between two supports.
squinch
Architecture; General architecture
A piece of construction used for filling in the upper angles of a square room so as to form a proper base to receive an octagonal or spherical dome.
porte-cochère
Architecture; General architecture
A porch- or portico-like structure at a main or secondary entrance to a building through which a horse and carriage (or motor vehicle) can pass in order for the occupants to ...
jagati
Architecture; General architecture
A raised surface, platform or terrace upon which an Indian temple is placed.
orthostyle
Architecture; General architecture
A range of columns placed in a straight row, as for instance those of the portico or flanks of a classic temple.
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