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- Pediment
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- TermPediment
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- Long DescriptionA formalized gable derived from that of a classical temple; also used over doors, windows etc. A broken pediment has its apex omitted. An open pediment has the centre of the base omitted. A broken pediment with double-curved sides is called a swan-neck pediment.
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See also:Broken pediment - Term Language-
Last updated: Thursday, 11th April 2013