pyramidion

American  

[pir-uh-mid-ee-uhn, -on] / ˌpɪr əˈmɪd i ən, -ˌɒn /

noun

plural

pyramidia

1. a miniature pyramid, as at the apex of an obelisk.

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Etymology

Origin of pyramidion

1830–40; < New Latin, equivalent to pȳramid- pyramid + -ion diminutive suffix < Greek

Example Sentences

The worst damage was at the top, at the four-sided pyramidion.

From Reuters • Jul. 9, 2012

The pyramidion which terminates them generally represents in its sculptures the king who erected the obelisk making different offerings to the principal deity of the temple, and to other divinities.

From Museum of Antiquity A Description of Ancient Life by Haines, T. L. (Thomas Louis)

These points are, the batter, which is more rapid than in any obelisk known to me, and the pyramidion.

From History of the Washington National Monument and of the Washington National Monument Society by Harvey, Frederick Loviad

The Egyptians often covered the whole pyramidion with a closely fitted gilt bronze cap, the effect of which most have been magnificent.

From History of the Washington National Monument and of the Washington National Monument Society by Harvey, Frederick Loviad

The point was cut as a pyramidion, and sometimes covered with bronze or gilt copper.

From Manual of Egyptian Archaeology and Guide to the Study of Antiquities in Egypt by Maspero, G. (Gaston)