soultre

/ˈsaʊltər/

Definitions

1. noun

a soultre is a decorative bracket or a supporting element typically found in Gothic architecture, particularly in the form of a carved stone or wood element used to support a beam or a vault.

“The soultre in the church’s nave added a touch of elegance to the ancient architecture.”

Synonyms

  • bracket
  • corbel
  • support

Antonyms

  • decoration
  • ornament