/flɛʃ/ or /flɛtʃ/ (flehsh or flaych)

Definitions

1. noun

A V-shaped or pointed arrow-like object, especially one used as a finial on a roof, or a decorative element on a building.

“The fleche on the church’s steeple was a striking example of Gothic architecture.”

2. noun

A small, pointed or triangular piece of wood or metal used to decorate or support a roof or other architectural feature.

“The fleche on the wooden bridge added a touch of rustic charm to the landscape.”

3. verb

To decorate or finish something, especially a roof, with a fleche.

“The carpenter fleched the roof with a series of intricately carved wooden finials.”