Antefix
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Antefix is a noun meaning (architecture) The vertical blocks which terminate the covering tiles of the roof of a Roman, Etruscan, or Greek temple.
Meaning
(architecture) The vertical blocks which terminate the covering tiles of the roof of a Roman, Etruscan, or Greek temple.
More Meanings
- (architecture) Any decoration serving to cover the ends of roofing tiles.
Word Forms
- antefixes
- antefixa
- antefixum
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include terracotta, roof, acroterium, antetemple, rooftop, triforium.
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