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quatrefoil

Pronunciation: /ˈkatrəfɔɪl/

Definition of quatrefoil

noun

  • an ornamental design of four lobes or leaves as used in architectural tracery, resembling a flower or clover leaf.

Origin:

late 15th century: from Anglo-Norman French, from Old French quatre 'four' + foil 'leaf'

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