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groined

groined

9.1
A ceiling made by joining two curved arches that cross each other
  • adjective
  • /ɡrɔɪnd/
  • Specialized
translation icon : con bóveda de arista
  • The cathedral features stunning groined arches that enhance its majestic interior.

Examples

  • The ancient ruin had several groined ceilings that showcased the skill of the builders.

  • We're looking at the outside where we can see the outside of the frigidarium with its windows and its groin vaulting exposed on the outside.

  • Visitors marvel at the groined architecture, a hallmark of the period's craftsmanship.

Synonyms

vaulted
vsgroined
1 6.1

A roof or ceiling with a high curved shape like an arch

is a specific form created where two arched ceilings cross

Compounds

groined vault
  • Specialized
9.9

An arched ceiling where two curved sections cross at right angles to form a raised edge

Surface Forms

groined positive

Morphology

groined = groin (transparent) = groin + ed

Formed from the noun 'groin' with the adjectival/participial suffix '-ed', meaning 'having or formed with groins', which follows a standard English pattern.

Etymology

Groined comes from the simple word groin, the place 'where the legs meet the body'. So a groined ceiling or vault is one where two curved parts meet at a clear join, and this image helps explain the name.