gorgerin


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gor·ger·in

 (gôr′jər-ĭn)
n. Architecture
The necking of a column.

[French, from Old French, from gorge, throat; see gorge.]
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gorgerin

(ˈɡɔːdʒərɪn)
n
(Architecture) architect another name for necking
[C17: from French, from gorge throat; see gorge]
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Noun1.gorgerin - the molding at the top of a columngorgerin - the molding at the top of a column  
moulding, molding - a decorative strip used for ornamentation or finishing
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