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skewback
(skyo̵̅o̅′bak′)
noun
- the slanting surface supporting either end of a segmental arch
- a supporting piece, as a stone, with such a surface
See skewback in American Heritage Dictionary 4
noun
Either of two inset abutments sloped to support an arch.
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