lanneret

/ˈlænəret, -nɑːˈrɛt/

Definitions

1. noun

A lanneret is a type of finial or a decorative spire on a building, especially a church or a castle, typically consisting of a series of pinnacles or pointed arches.

“The lanneret on the cathedral’s roof was a striking feature of the Gothic architecture.”

Synonyms

  • finial
  • spire

Antonyms

  • base