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1. (n.) antefix
an upright ornament at the eaves of a tiled roof, to conceal the foot of a row of tiles that cover the joints of the roofing tiles.
Etymology: (1825–35; < L antefīxa, neut. pl. of antefīxus fastened in front)
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1. (noun) antefix
carved ornament at the eaves of a tile roof concealing the joints between tiles
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1. (noun) antefix
an ornament fixed upon a frieze
2. (noun) antefix
an ornament at the eaves, concealing the ends of the joint tiles of the roof
3. (noun) antefix
an ornament of the cymatium of a classic cornice, sometimes pierced for the escape of water
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