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Webster 1913 Edition

Pediment

Ped′i-ment

,
Noun.
[L.
pes
,
pedis
, a foot. See
Foot
.]
(Arch.)
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
.

Webster 1828 Edition

Pediment

PED'IMENT

,
Noun.
[from L. pes, the foot.] In architecture, an ornament that crowns the ordinances, finishes the fronts of buildings and serves as a decoration over gates, windows and niches. It is of two forms, triangular and circular. A pediment is properly the representation of the roof.

Definition 2024

pediment

pediment

English

The upper part of the Greek National Academy building in Athens, showing the pediment with its neoclassical sculptures

Noun

pediment ‎(plural pediments)

  1. (architecture) 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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Etymology

From the earlier form peremint, perhaps a dialectal alteration of pyramid, under the influence of -ment.

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈpɛd.ɪ.mənt/
  • Rhymes: -ɛdɪmənt

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