bolection

American  

[boh-lek-shuhn] / boʊˈlɛk ʃən /

noun

Architecture, Furniture.

1. a raised molding, especially one having flat edges and a raised center, for framing a panel, doorway, fireplace, etc.

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bolection British  

/ bəʊˈlɛkʃən /

noun

1. Also called: bilection.  architect a stepped moulding covering and projecting beyond the joint between two members having surfaces at different levels

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Other Word Forms

• bolectioned adjective

Etymology

Origin of bolection

First recorded in 1700–10; origin uncertain

Example Sentences

That portion of a group of moldings which projects beyond the general surface of a panel; a bolection.

From Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) by Webster, Noah

If the joint has square edges a rebate may be formed to accommodate a panel by fixing a bolection moulding around the frame.

From Woodwork Joints How they are Set Out, How Made and Where Used. by Fairham, William

A section of the bolection mould planted on the frame is shown in the lower figure.

From Woodwork Joints How they are Set Out, How Made and Where Used. by Fairham, William

Along Georgian lines and decidedly substantial in character, it is essentially simple in conception and graceful in form and proportion, the spacing of the large bolection molded raised panels being excellent.

From The Colonial Architecture of Philadelphia by Cousins, Frank