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Architettura e Costruzione - Muri

Qui imparerai alcune parole inglesi relative ai muri come "soffitta", "parapetto" e "mensola".

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attic
attic
[sostantivo]

(in architecture) a low wall or façade above the entablature that conceals the roof

Ex: Decorative urns were placed along the attic.
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bracket
bracket
[sostantivo]

a projecting element from a wall that supports or decorates another part, such as a shelf, beam, or cornice

Ex: Wooden brackets hold the beam in place .
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parapet
parapet
[sostantivo]

a low protective wall or railing built along the edge of a roof, balcony, bridge, or other elevated structure to prevent people from falling

parapetto, ringhiera

parapetto, ringhiera

Ex: The modern office building had a sleek glass parapet, adding a contemporary touch to its architectural design .Il moderno edificio per uffici aveva un elegante **parapetto** in vetro, aggiungendo un tocco contemporaneo al suo design architettonico.
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rampart
rampart
[sostantivo]

a defensive wall or barrier, typically around a fort or city, used for protection

bastione, mura

bastione, mura

Ex: From the top of the rampart, they could see the enemy 's approach across the plain .Dalla cima del **bastione**, potevano vedere l'avvicinarsi del nemico attraverso la pianura.
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breast
breast
[sostantivo]

the upper portion of a wall, often the section above a lintel or horizontal projection

Ex: The architect reinforced the breast to support the balcony .
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crenel
crenel
[sostantivo]

a notched or indented opening in a battlement or parapet, typically used for observation or defensive purposes

merlo, feritoia

merlo, feritoia

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corbel
corbel
[sostantivo]

a piece of stone or wood protruding from a wall, supporting its above structure

mensola,  beccatello

mensola, beccatello

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curtain wall
curtain wall
[sostantivo]

a non-structural exterior wall system made of lightweight materials, such as glass, providing a protective barrier and allowing natural light into a building

parete a vetri, facciata continua

parete a vetri, facciata continua

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screen wall
screen wall
[sostantivo]

a wall constructed primarily for the purpose of screening or enclosing an area, often made of decorative materials and providing privacy or protection

muro schermo, parete divisoria

muro schermo, parete divisoria

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niche
niche
[sostantivo]

a hollow space in a wall, used for putting in decorative objects such a statue, or other decorative items

nicchia, riquadro

nicchia, riquadro

Ex: The hallway was illuminated by light fixtures set into niches along the walls , creating a warm and inviting ambiance .Il corridoio era illuminato da apparecchi luminosi inseriti in **nicchie** lungo le pareti, creando un'atmosfera calda e accogliente.
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perpend
perpend
[sostantivo]

the vertical joint or seam between two bricks or stones in a masonry wall

giunto verticale, linea di giunto verticale

giunto verticale, linea di giunto verticale

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quoin
quoin
[sostantivo]

the corner angle of a building, typically formed by masonry blocks or stones

angolo, pietra d'angolo

angolo, pietra d'angolo

Ex: The Victorian mansion featured contrasting quoins in red brick , highlighting the architectural details of the building 's exterior .Il palazzo vittoriano presentava **angoli** contrastanti in mattoni rossi, evidenziando i dettagli architettonici dell'esterno dell'edificio.
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reveal
reveal
[sostantivo]

the vertical edge of a door or window frame, set back from the surrounding wall

lo strombo, la strombatura

lo strombo, la strombatura

Ex: They installed insulation in the door reveals for better energy efficiency.Hanno installato l'isolamento nei **contorni** della porta per una migliore efficienza energetica.
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splay
splay
[sostantivo]

an angled or sloping surface, typically found on the sides or edges of a window or door opening, creating a wider opening towards the inside of a wall

strombatura, inclinazione

strombatura, inclinazione

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squint
squint
[sostantivo]

a narrow, angled opening or passage in a wall, often in architecture, allowing sight or movement between spaces

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water table
water table
[sostantivo]

a projecting horizontal molding or ledge located at the base of a building or wall, designed to divert water away from the structure

grondaia, tavola d'acqua

grondaia, tavola d'acqua

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band
band
[sostantivo]

a horizontal decorative or structural element that runs along the exterior or interior of a building, typically separating different sections or adding visual interest to the architecture

fascia, fregio

fascia, fregio

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load-bearing wall
load-bearing wall
[sostantivo]

a structural wall that supports the weight of the building or a significant portion of it, transmitting the load to the foundation and other structural elements

muro portante, parete portante

muro portante, parete portante

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exterior wall
exterior wall
[sostantivo]

a wall that forms the outer boundary of a building, separating the interior space from the external environment

muro esterno

muro esterno

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interior wall
interior wall
[sostantivo]

a wall that divides the interior space of a building into separate rooms or areas

parete interna, tramezzo

parete interna, tramezzo

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retaining wall
retaining wall
[sostantivo]

a structure designed to hold back soil or other materials and prevent erosion or the collapse of land

muro di sostegno, muro di contenimento

muro di sostegno, muro di contenimento

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stud wall
stud wall
[sostantivo]

a non-load-bearing wall made of vertical wooden or metal studs covered with materials such as drywall or paneling

parete a montanti, muro a scheletro

parete a montanti, muro a scheletro

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concrete wall
concrete wall
[sostantivo]

a solid structure made of concrete that provides strength, durability, and stability to a building or structure

muro di cemento, parete in calcestruzzo

muro di cemento, parete in calcestruzzo

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brick wall
brick wall
[sostantivo]

a construction made of bricks, typically arranged in a pattern, that forms a sturdy and durable barrier

muro di mattoni, parete in mattoni

muro di mattoni, parete in mattoni

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stone wall
stone wall
[sostantivo]

a structure built using stones or rocks, typically stacked together, to create a solid and enduring barrier

muro di pietra, parete di pietra

muro di pietra, parete di pietra

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timber wall
timber wall
[sostantivo]

a wall constructed primarily using timber or wood as the main material

muro di legno, parete di legno

muro di legno, parete di legno

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glass wall
glass wall
[sostantivo]

a transparent or translucent barrier made of glass that separates or divides spaces while allowing visual connection between them

parete di vetro, divisorio in vetro

parete di vetro, divisorio in vetro

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green wall
green wall
[sostantivo]

a plant-covered vertical structure that can be attached to a building wall, particularly when there is not enough space for plants to grow on the ground

muro verde, parete vegetale

muro verde, parete vegetale

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temporary wall
temporary wall
[sostantivo]

a partition or barrier that is intended for short-term use and can be easily installed, removed, or repositioned without causing permanent structural changes to a space

parete temporanea, muro temporaneo

parete temporanea, muro temporaneo

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boundary wall
boundary wall
[sostantivo]

a structure built to mark and enclose the boundary or perimeter of a property, providing separation and security between neighboring properties or areas

muro di confine, recinto perimetrale

muro di confine, recinto perimetrale

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fire-rated wall
fire-rated wall
[sostantivo]

a specially constructed wall that is designed and built to resist the spread of fire for a specified period of time, providing a barrier to limit the fire's progression and protect adjacent areas or structures

muro tagliafuoco, parete ignifuga

muro tagliafuoco, parete ignifuga

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clerestory
clerestory
[sostantivo]

a high section of a wall, typically containing windows or other openings, that allows natural light to enter a building while providing a sense of height and airiness to the interior space

cleristorio, piano superiore illuminato

cleristorio, piano superiore illuminato

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coping
coping
[sostantivo]

the protective covering or cap placed on top of a wall, parapet, or other architectural element to prevent water infiltration, enhance structural integrity, and provide a finished appearance

copertura, coronamento

copertura, coronamento

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coping stone
coping stone
[sostantivo]

the individual stone unit or element that forms the topmost layer or cap of a wall, parapet, or similar architectural feature, serving as a protective and decorative covering

pietra di coronamento, coperchio del muro

pietra di coronamento, coperchio del muro

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cap
cap
[sostantivo]

the uppermost layer or finishing element placed on the top of a wall, providing protection from weather elements and giving a completed appearance to the structure

cappuccio, copertura

cappuccio, copertura

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wainscot
wainscot
[sostantivo]

a decorative paneling or covering applied to the lower part of a wall, typically extending from the floor to a certain height, often made of wood or other materials

zoccolo, pannellatura

zoccolo, pannellatura

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paneling
paneling
[sostantivo]

the application of decorative panels or boards to enhance the appearance of walls or other surfaces, adding texture and visual interest to the space

rivestimento a pannelli,  pannellatura

rivestimento a pannelli, pannellatura

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partition
partition
[sostantivo]

a wall or piece of glass that is used to divide different parts of a building

tramezzo, divisorio

tramezzo, divisorio

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party wall
party wall
[sostantivo]

a shared boundary wall between two adjacent properties or structures

muro comune, muro divisorio

muro comune, muro divisorio

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recess
recess
[sostantivo]

a small indented area or alcove set back into a wall or other surface

incavo, nicchia

incavo, nicchia

Ex: The recess in the corner of the garden was a perfect spot for a small fountain .La **nicchia** nell'angolo del giardino era il posto perfetto per una piccola fontana.
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divider
divider
[sostantivo]

a partition or object used to separate or divide a larger space into distinct sections, providing visual or physical separation between areas for functional or aesthetic purposes

divisore, separatore

divisore, separatore

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shoji screen
shoji screen
[sostantivo]

a traditional Japanese folding screen or room divider made of a wooden frame and translucent paper or fabric panels, allowing diffused light to pass through while providing privacy and aesthetic beauty

schermo shoji, paravento shoji

schermo shoji, paravento shoji

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wing wall
wing wall
[sostantivo]

a short wall extending from a main structure, often found at the sides of bridges or buildings, providing support or separation

muro d'ala, muro di sostegno laterale

muro d'ala, muro di sostegno laterale

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reglet
reglet
[sostantivo]

a small groove in a wall or surface used to hide the edge of another material or component

regolo

regolo

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drip
drip
[sostantivo]

a projecting edge used to redirect water away from a building's surface

gronda, gocciolatoio

gronda, gocciolatoio

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grille
grille
[sostantivo]

a framework of bars or slats used to cover or protect openings while allowing airflow or visibility

grata

grata

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gable
gable
[sostantivo]

the upper part of a house wall in the shape of a triangle where it meets a sloping roof

timpano, frontone

timpano, frontone

Ex: The historic barn had a gambrel gable roof, providing ample space for storage in the loft area.Il fienile storico aveva un tetto a **frontone** gambrel, fornendo ampio spazio per lo stoccaggio nell'area del loft.
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gable end
gable end
[sostantivo]

the vertical wall surface that forms the triangular end of a building or structure, enclosed by the gable

fronte del tetto, parete del frontone

fronte del tetto, parete del frontone

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gable wall
gable wall
[sostantivo]

the specific gable end wall or any wall within the gable structure

muro a timpano, parete del frontone

muro a timpano, parete del frontone

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corbie step
corbie step
[sostantivo]

a decorative architectural feature consisting of a series of stone steps or corbels that project horizontally from a gable wall or vertical surface

gradino a mensola, scalino decorativo

gradino a mensola, scalino decorativo

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cullis
cullis
[sostantivo]

a small groove or channel in a stone or masonry surface used for directing water flow

un piccolo solco o canale in una superficie di pietra o muratura utilizzato per dirigere il flusso dell'acqua, un solco o canale in una superficie di pietra progettato per guidare l'acqua

un piccolo solco o canale in una superficie di pietra o muratura utilizzato per dirigere il flusso dell'acqua, un solco o canale in una superficie di pietra progettato per guidare l'acqua

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