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  1. 1. n. Originally, in classical architecture, the triangular space forming the gable of a simple roof; hence, a similar form used as a decoration over porticoes, doors, windows, etc.; also, a rounded or broken frontal having a similar position and use. See Temple. Source: opted
  2. 2. n. a triangular gable between a horizontal entablature and a sloping roof Source: wordnet
  3. 3. Originally, in classical architecture, the triangular space forming the gable of a simple roof; hence, a similar form used as a decoration over porticoes, doors, windows, etc.; also, a rounded or broken frontal having a similar position and use. See Temple. Source: webster
  4. 4. Originally, in classical architecture, the triangular spaceforming the gable of a simple roof; hence, a similar form used as adecoration over porticoes, doors, windows, etc.; also, a rounded orbroken frontal having a similar position and use. See Temple. Source: adambom
  5. 5. n:100 n. a triangular gable between a horizontal entablature and a sloping roof Source: ecdict

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