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Definitions for modillion
moʊˈdɪl yən, mə-mod·il·lion
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Princeton's WordNet
modillionnoun
(architecture) one of a set of ornamental brackets under a cornice
Wiktionary
modillionnoun
A decoratively carved supporting block atop a column.
Wikipedia
Modillion
A modillion is an ornate bracket, more horizontal in shape and less imposing than a corbel. They are often seen underneath a cornice which it helps to support. Modillions are more elaborate than dentils (literally translated as small teeth). All three are selectively used as adjectival historic past participles (corbelled, modillioned, dentillated) as to what co-supports or simply adorns any high structure of a building, such as a terrace of a roof (flat area of a roof), parapet, pediment/entablature, balcony, cornice band or roof cornice. Modillions occur classically under a Corinthian or a Composite cornice, but may support any type of eaves cornice. They may be carved or plain.
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modillion
A modillion is an ornamental bracket or block, typically in the form of a scroll with acanthus foliage, projecting under the corona of the Corinthian and Composite orders in classical architecture. It is often used to support a cornice, roof overhang, or decorative molding.
Webster Dictionary
Modillionnoun
the enriched block or horizontal bracket generally found under the cornice of the Corinthian and Composite entablature, and sometimes, less ornamented, in the Ionic and other orders; -- so called because of its arrangement at regulated distances
Etymology: [F. modillon, It. modiglione. Cf. Module, n.]
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Modillion
mod-il′yun, n. (archit.) an ornamental bracket used in the cornices of the Corinthian and composite styles. [Fr.,—L. modulus—modus, a measure.]
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of modillion in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of modillion in Pythagorean Numerology is: 4
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