Architrave
noun
The lower part of an entablature in classical architecture.
The architrave of the Parthenon in Athens is stunning.
Often appears as...
- classical architrave
- roman architrave
Usage tips
Academic
noun
The moulding around a door or window.
He touched the architrave of the door as he stepped into the room.
Often appears as...
- door architrave
- window architrave
noun
The lower part of an entablature in classical architecture.
The architrave of the Parthenon in Athens is stunning.
Often appears as...
- classical architrave
- roman architrave
Usage tips
Academic
noun
The moulding around a door or window.
He touched the architrave of the door as he stepped into the room.
Often appears as...
- door architrave
- window architrave
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Classical Architecture
Originates from ancient buildings, expect to find this term in historical or architectural contexts.
During the tour, the guide highlighted the elaborate architrave of the old courthouse.
Pro Tip 2/3Academic Usage
Often used in scholarly articles, textbooks, or lectures about architecture or history.
The professor assigned an essay on the significance of architraves in Roman temples.
Pro Tip 3/3Not For Casual Use
Not commonly found in everyday conversations, mainly used in specialized fields.
I was confused when the architect mentioned the 'architrave,' as I had never heard it outside the classroom.
Pro Tip 1/3Classical Architecture
Originates from ancient buildings, expect to find this term in historical or architectural contexts.
During the tour, the guide highlighted the elaborate architrave of the old courthouse.
Pro Tip 2/3Academic Usage
Often used in scholarly articles, textbooks, or lectures about architecture or history.
The professor assigned an essay on the significance of architraves in Roman temples.
Pro Tip 3/3Not For Casual Use
Not commonly found in everyday conversations, mainly used in specialized fields.
I was confused when the architect mentioned the 'architrave,' as I had never heard it outside the classroom.
Pro Tip 1/3Classical Architecture
Originates from ancient buildings, expect to find this term in historical or architectural contexts.
During the tour, the guide highlighted the elaborate architrave of the old courthouse.
Pro Tip 2/3Academic Usage
Often used in scholarly articles, textbooks, or lectures about architecture or history.
The professor assigned an essay on the significance of architraves in Roman temples.
Pro Tip 3/3Not For Casual Use
Not commonly found in everyday conversations, mainly used in specialized fields.
I was confused when the architect mentioned the 'architrave,' as I had never heard it outside the classroom.
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