Gadroon definition
(architecture) A band of convex molding carved with ornamental beading or reeding.
noun
An ornamental band, used especially in silverwork, embellished with fluting, reeding, or another continuous pattern.
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Any of various oval-shaped beadings, flutings, or reedings used to decorate molding, silverware, etc.
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Any of a series of raised decorative curves used as adornments on the necks of vases, silverware, etc.
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Noun
Singular:
gadroon
Plural:
gadroonsOrigin of gadroon
- French godron from Old French goderon perhaps from godet cup without base or handle from Middle Dutch kodde log from Old Provençal got cup from Latin guttus flask from gutta drop
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
- From French godron.
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