spolia

/ˈspɔːliə/; /ˈspɑːliə/

Definitions

1. noun

Ruins or fragments of a building or other structure, often reused in the construction of another building.

“The architect incorporated spolia from an ancient Roman ruin into the design of the new museum.”

Synonyms

  • relic
  • remnant

Antonyms

  • adornment
  • ornament