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astragal

Pronunciation: /ˈastrəg(ə)l/

Definition of astragal

noun

  • 1a moulding or wooden strip of semicircular cross section.
  • Architecture a narrow semicircular moulding round the top or bottom of a column.
  • 2a bar separating panes of glass in cabinetmaking.

Origin:

mid 17th century: from astragalus, partly via French astragale

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