🏛️frieze

noun
/friːz/

Meaning

a decorative horizontal band, often sculpted or painted, usually on a wall near the ceiling

Example Sentences

The frieze above the entrance depicts scenes from ancient mythology.

Synonyms

decoration, molding, relief, ornament

Antonyms

plainness, simplicity

Collocations

classical frieze, decorative frieze, stone frieze, wall frieze

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