Corbiestep (Noun)
Meaning
(architecture) a step on the top of a gable wall.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The corbiestep was a distinctive feature of the traditional Scottish cottage, adding a touch of elegance to the roofline.
- A corbiestep on each gable end of the 17th-century manor house gave the building a sense of balance and harmony.
- The Gothic Revival architect deliberately added a corbiestep to the top of the church's gable wall, as a nod to traditional Scottish design.
- The corbiestep on the farm cottage was worn and weathered, its stone edges softened by centuries of exposure to the elements.
- In Edinburgh's Old Town, many of the historic tenements still boast ornate corbiesteps, adding to the area's unique architectural charm.