word
corbel
KOR-bul
ˈkɔːrbəlListen
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Syllable breakdown
corbel
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Dictionary meaning
A bracket of stone, wood, or metal projecting from a wall to support a weight.
History and origin
Old French — 'corbel' (raven — from its beak-like projection).
Examples
- The medieval banqueting hall featured a timber roof supported by carved stone corbels.
Common mispronunciations
KOR-bellkor-BELL
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