PENDENTIVE

n.

2 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
n.

The portion of a vault by means of which the square space in the middle of a building is brought to an octagon or circle to receive a cupola.

2.
n.

The part of a groined vault which is supported by, and springs from, one pier or corbel.


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