Astragal

Quick meaning: Astragal is a noun meaning (anatomy) Synonym of anklebone: the bone forming the ball of the ankle joint.

Meaning

(anatomy) Synonym of anklebone: the bone forming the ball of the ankle joint.

More Meanings

1. A die, especially a four-sided die historically made from or in imitation of an ankle bone.
2. (architecture) A semicircular molding separating the architrave at the top or bottom of a column.
3. A tool used to mold such features; similar tools used for connecting panes of glass in a window.
4. (weaponry) A circular molding near the mouth of a cannon.
5. (botany) Synonym of milkvetch: a plant of the genus Astragalus.
6. (architecture) A molding attached to double doors to prevent drafts.
7. (roof plumbing) A bracket used to fix downpipes to the wall of a building.

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Word Forms

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Synonyms for astragal

Depending on context, synonyms include anklebone, milkvetch, bead, talus, astragalus, beading.

Related Words

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