spandrel meaning

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spandrel (noun): an approximately triangular surface area between two adjacent arches and the horizontal plane above them.

Definition of spandrel

an approximately triangular surface area between two adjacent arches and the horizontal plane above them
Synonyms: spandril
Type of: surface

spandrel in a sentence

If the human chin is a spandrel, how will we play the violin?

Scrabble score: 11 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with SP · words ending in EL · 8-letter words

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