Astragal

[æstrәgәl]

Definition

(n.) A convex molding of rounded surface, generally from half to three quarters of a circle.

(n.) A round molding encircling a cannon near the mouth.

Editor: Tamara

Definition

n. (archit.) a small semicircular moulding or bead encircling a column: a round moulding near the mouth of a cannon: the bars which hold the panes of a window.

Inputed by Edna