Extrados
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Extrados is a noun meaning (architecture) The outer or upper curve of an arch.
Meaning
(architecture) The outer or upper curve of an arch.
Example Sentences
The two lower rows of tubes at each end pier were then drilled through to the extrados of the brickwork to act as weep holes and assist in the drainage from the backs of the arches.
Word Forms
- extradoses
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include intrados, spandrel, extern, outer, outside, outcourt.
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