spandrel
IPA: spˈændrʌɫ
noun
- (architecture) The space (often more or less triangular) between the outer curve of an arch (the extrados) and a straight-sided figure that bounds it; the space between two contiguous arches and a straight feature above them.
- (architecture) Horizontal member between the windows of successive storeys of a tall building.
- (architecture) The triangular space under a stair; the material that fills the space.
- An oriental rug having a pattern of arches; the design in the corners of such a rug, especially in a prayer rug.
- (evolutionary theory) A phenotypic characteristic that evolved as a side effect of an adaptation in response to evolutionary pressure.
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Examples of "spandrel" in Sentences
- The Jesse spandrel, before and after restoration.
- It is a filled spandrel arch bridge with a 100 foot span.
- There are no spandrel panels, and the mullions are minimal.
- The Doctor returns to the scene of the crime with Spandrell.
- I would call this a Gouldian spandrel at the molecular level.
- The area between the arch and the deck is known as the spandrel.
- As of 2004, it was one of six open spandrel bridges in Connecticut.
- Column bases and spandrel reliefs are from the times of Constantine.
- The spandrels of the arch are decorated with medallions and ornamentation.
- It is a molecular spandrel in that the change preceded the need an exaptation.