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lintel

UK
/ˈlɪntəl/
US
/ˈlɪntəl/

Translations

lintelnoun
lintels
pl
UK
/ˈlɪntəl/
US
/ˈlɪntəl/
linteauArchitecture : pièce horizontale au-dessus d’une ouverture.
The ancient stone lintel above the doorway was intricately carved with symbols.
Le vieux linteau de pierre au-dessus de la porte était finement sculpté de symboles.
Synonyms
beam
architrave
header
support
crossbeam
linteladjective
UK
/ˈlɪn.təl/
US
/ˈlɪn.təl/
Attributive use: e.g., “lintel beam,” where the noun functions as a modifier.
Additional translations
linteauEmploi technique en architecture, souvent rendu en français par une tournure avec « de linteau ».

Definitions

lintelnoun
A horizontal architectural element that spans an opening, such as a door or window, and supports the weight above it.
The ancient stone lintel above the doorway was intricately carved with symbols.
linteladjective
Relating to, serving as, or resembling a lintel; situated above an opening to bear load.
Proper lintel reinforcement is critical in a lintel beam.
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