trumeau
noun
tru·meau
(ˈ)trü¦mō
plural trumeaux
-ōz
1
: a central pillar supporting the tympanum of a large doorway especially in a medieval building
2
: an overmantel treatment of 18th century France consisting of a pier glass surmounted by an oil painting or decorative often carved panel
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“Trumeau.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trumeau. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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