- Architecture.
- the part of a classical entablature between the architrave and the cornice, usually decorated with sculpture in low relief.
- any decorative band on an outside wall, broader than a stringcourse and bearing lettering, sculpture, etc.
- any decorative band at the top or beneath the cornice of an interior wall, a piece of furniture, etc.
- skirt (def. 6b).
- a heavy, napped woolen cloth for coats.
- architect
- the horizontal band between the architrave and cornice of a classical entablature, esp one that is decorated with sculpture
- the upper part of the wall of a room, below the cornice, esp one that is decorated
- any ornamental band or strip on a wall
- a heavy woollen fabric with a long nap, used for coats, etc
