Architecture and Construction - Walls
Here you will learn some English words related to walls such as "attic", "parapet", and "corbel".
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(in architecture) a low wall or façade above the entablature that conceals the roof
a projecting element from a wall that supports or decorates another part, such as a shelf, beam, or cornice
a low protective wall or railing built along the edge of a roof, balcony, bridge, or other elevated structure to prevent people from falling
a defensive wall or barrier, typically around a fort or city, used for protection
the upper portion of a wall, often the section above a lintel or horizontal projection
a notched or indented opening in a battlement or parapet, typically used for observation or defensive purposes
a non-structural exterior wall system made of lightweight materials, such as glass, providing a protective barrier and allowing natural light into a building
a wall constructed primarily for the purpose of screening or enclosing an area, often made of decorative materials and providing privacy or protection
a hollow space in a wall, used for putting in decorative objects such a statue, or other decorative items
the corner angle of a building, typically formed by masonry blocks or stones
the vertical edge of a door or window frame, set back from the surrounding wall
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
a narrow, angled opening or passage in a wall, often in architecture, allowing sight or movement between spaces
a projecting horizontal molding or ledge located at the base of a building or wall, designed to divert water away from the structure
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
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
a wall that forms the outer boundary of a building, separating the interior space from the external environment
a wall that divides the interior space of a building into separate rooms or areas
a structure designed to hold back soil or other materials and prevent erosion or the collapse of land
a non-load-bearing wall made of vertical wooden or metal studs covered with materials such as drywall or paneling
a solid structure made of concrete that provides strength, durability, and stability to a building or structure
a construction made of bricks, typically arranged in a pattern, that forms a sturdy and durable barrier
a structure built using stones or rocks, typically stacked together, to create a solid and enduring barrier
a transparent or translucent barrier made of glass that separates or divides spaces while allowing visual connection between them
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
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
a structure built to mark and enclose the boundary or perimeter of a property, providing separation and security between neighboring properties or areas
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
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
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
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
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
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
the application of decorative panels or boards to enhance the appearance of walls or other surfaces, adding texture and visual interest to the space
a small indented area or alcove set back into a wall or other surface
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
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
a short wall extending from a main structure, often found at the sides of bridges or buildings, providing support or separation
a small groove in a wall or surface used to hide the edge of another material or component
a framework of bars or slats used to cover or protect openings while allowing airflow or visibility
the upper part of a house wall in the shape of a triangle where it meets a sloping roof
the vertical wall surface that forms the triangular end of a building or structure, enclosed by the gable
a decorative architectural feature consisting of a series of stone steps or corbels that project horizontally from a gable wall or vertical surface
