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Definition of: spandrel
(span′drəl) noun Archit.
1. The triangular space between the outer curve of an arch and the rectangular figure formed by the moldings or framework surrounding it.
2. The space between the shoulders of two adjoining arches. See illustration under ARCH. Also span′dril. [Dim. of AF spaundre, prob. <OF espandre expand]
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