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gadroon Definition

ga·droon (gə dro̵̅o̅n′)

noun

any of various oval-shaped beadings, flutings, or reedings used to decorate molding, silverware, etc.

Etymology: Fr godron, prob. < godet, small cup without handle, bowl < MDu kodde, wooden cylinder, rounded object: for IE base see cud

gadroon Related Forms
ga·droon′·ing noun
gadroon Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • shape: Gadroon shape was first introduced at Spode in about 1824.

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