Coved: meaning, definitions and examples

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coved

 

[ kสŒvd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

sheltered area

Coved refers to a curved or rounded shape, often used in architecture where walls meet the ceiling. It creates a smooth transition between two surfaces, avoiding sharp angles. This term can also refer to certain types of decorative moldings that feature a curved profile. Coved ceilings or coved bases can enhance the aesthetic appeal of a space.

Synonyms

arched, curved, rounded.

Examples of usage

  • The coved ceiling added elegance to the room.
  • They installed coved molding in the dining area.
  • The architect designed a coved entrance for the building.

Translations

Translations of the word "coved" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น coberto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคตเคฐ เค•เคฟเคฏเคพ เคนเฅเค†

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช bedeckt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tercetak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพะบั€ะธั‚ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pokryty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฆ†ใ‚ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท couvert

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cubierto

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kaplฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฎ์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุบุทู‰

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pokrรฝt

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pokrytรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฆ†็›–็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pokrit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ faliรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐะฑั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒแƒคแƒแƒ แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รถrtรผlmรผลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cubierto

Etymology

The term 'coved' originates from the Middle English word 'cov', which means 'a hollow or concave shape'. It is derived from the Old French word 'cove', which itself traces back to the Latin 'cupa', meaning 'tub' or 'vessel'. The architectural use of coved shapes likely became popular during the Renaissance period when the emphasis on symmetry and curves in design was prominent. The use of coved architecture spread throughout Europe in the following centuries, influencing various styles and movements. Modern applications of the term can be found in both residential and commercial buildings, where the aesthetic quality of coved designs continues to be appreciated.