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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.

Synonyms

  • Crow Step
  • Corbel Step
  • Corbie-step

Hypernyms

  • Step
  • Stair
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