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corbeling

[ kawr-buh-ling ]

noun

, Architecture.
  1. the construction of corbels.
  2. a system of corbels.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of corbeling1

First recorded in 1540–50; corbel + -ing 1
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Example Sentences

The second year included rowlock and bonded segmental arches; blocking, toothing, and corbeling; building and bonding of vaulted walls; polygonal and circular walls, piers and chimneys; fire-places and flues.

Rain or shine, hot or cold, you will find them corbeling around like Trojans.

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