Definitions for finial
ˈfɪn i əl, ˈfaɪ ni-finial

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. finialnoun

   an ornament at the top of a spire or gable; usually a foliated fleur-de-lis

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. finialnoun

   The knot or bunch of foliage, or foliated ornament, that forms the upper extremity of a pinnacle in Gothic architecture.

2. finialnoun

   Any decorative fitting at the peak of a gable, or on the top of a flagpole, fence post or staircase newel post.

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1. Finial

   A finial (from Latin: finis, end) or hip-knob is an element marking the top or end of some object, often formed to be a decorative feature.In architecture, it is a small decorative device, employed to emphasize the apex of a dome, spire, tower, roof, or gable or any of various distinctive ornaments at the top, end, or corner of a building or structure. A finial is typically carved in stone. Where there are several such elements they may be called pinnacles. The very top of a finial can be a floral or foliated element called a bouquet.Smaller finials in materials such as metal or wood are used as a decorative ornament on the tops or ends of poles or rods such as tent-poles or curtain rods or any object such as a piece of furniture. These are frequently seen on top of bed posts or clocks. Decorative finials are also commonly used to fasten lampshades, and as an ornamental element at the end of the handles of souvenir spoons. The charm at the end of a pull chain (such as for a ceiling fan or a lamp) is also known as a finial.

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1. finial

   A finial is a decorative ornament usually placed at the top or end of an object for aesthetic purposes. It is commonly used in architecture and furniture design, often found on the tops of buildings, curtain rods, bedposts, lamps, and fences. The designs may vary from simple shapes to intricate artistic patterns.

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1. Finialnoun

   the knot or bunch of foliage, or foliated ornament, that forms the upper extremity of a pinnacle in Gothic architecture; sometimes, the pinnacle itself

2. Etymology: [L. finire to finish, end. See Finish.]

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1. Finial

   The finial is an architectural device, typically carved in stone and employed decoratively to emphasize the apex of a gable or any of various distinctive ornaments at the top, end, or corner of a building or structure. Smaller finials can be used as a decorative ornament on the ends of curtain rods or applied to chairs and furniture. These are frequently seen on top of bed posts or clocks. Decorative finials are also commonly used to fasten lampshades, and as an ornamental element at the end of the handles of souvenir spoons. The charm at the end of a ceiling fan pull chain, or a lamp pull chain is also known as a finial. Architectural finials were once believed to act as a deterrent to witches on broomsticks attempting to land on one's roof. Finial is also a term given to straw animals at the ridges of thatched cottages. Finial maker is the term given to the artisan that makes the straw animal. During the various dynasties in China, a finial was worn on the top of the hat's civil or military officials during formal court ceremonies. The finial was changed to a knob for other daily usage.

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How to pronounce finial?

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of finial in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of finial in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=finial
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Finial
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Finial
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/finial
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=finial