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pediment

noun

/ˈpɛdɪmənt/

Meaning

a triangular gable found above the horizontal structure of a building, often in classical architecture

The ancient temple had a pediment decorated with sculptures.

gable, roof triangle, tympanum, façade top

flat roof, plain wall

classical pediment, triangular pediment, temple pediment, decorated pediment

A farewell or goodbye, often used in a formal or poetic sense.

The ability to produce a desired or intended result; effectiveness.

a newspaper or magazine that deals with a particular subject; a daily record of events

The ability to judge well; good judgment and understanding.

(Of one or more things) available as another possibility or choice.

A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.