Architrave: meaning, definitions and examples

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architrave

 

[ หˆษ‘หrkษชtreษชv ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

architectural terminology

An architrave is a key architectural element that lies horizontally above a column or a pair of columns. It serves as the structural foundation for the building's upper elements, such as the frieze and the cornice. Typically found in classical architecture, the architrave can also be decorative and may feature intricate designs. In modern usage, it can refer to any part of a door or window frame that serves a similar purpose. The design and style can vary significantly depending on the architectural period.

Synonyms

lintel, moldings, overhead beam

Examples of usage

  • The classical architrave adds elegance to the room.
  • The intricate carvings on the architrave were impressive.
  • They decided to preserve the architrave during renovations.
  • The architrave of the ancient temple is still standing.

Translations

Translations of the word "architrave" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น arquitrave

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคฐเฅเค•เคฟเคŸเฅเคฐเฅ‡เคต

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Architrav

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ arkitrave

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐั€ะบั–ั‚ั€ะฐะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ architraw

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒผใ‚ญใƒˆใƒฌใƒผใƒ–

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท architrave

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ arquitrabe

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท arkitrav

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•„ํ‚คํŠธ๋ ˆ๋ธŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃุฑูƒูŠุชุฑุงู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ architrรกv

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ architrรกv

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‹ฑ้กถๆข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ arhitrav

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ arkitravi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐั€ะบั–ั‚ั€ะฐะฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒฅแƒ˜แƒขแƒ แƒแƒ•แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ arkitrav

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ arquitrabe

Etymology

The word 'architrave' comes from the Italian 'architrave', which derives from the Latin 'architrafium'. This Latin term is a compound of 'archi-', meaning 'chief' or 'principal', and 'trave', meaning 'beam'. Thus, it literally translates to 'chief beam', indicating its role as a primary structural component in classical architecture. Historically, architraves were integral elements in Greek temples and Roman buildings, marking the transition between the columns and the more ornate elements of the structure above. Over time, the architrave has evolved both in its stylistic elements and in its applications, being represented in various architectural forms across cultures and epochs.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,964, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.