What is another word for intrados?

Pronunciation: [ˈɪntɹədˌə͡ʊz] (IPA)

Intrados, meaning the lower interior surface or curve of an arch or vault, can be rephrased in various ways. One common synonym for intrados is "underside," which refers to the interior surface of the structure. Another synonym that can be used for intrados is "soffit," which refers to the visible undersurface of an arch or overhanging structure like a balcony or porch. Other similar words include "inner curve," "inverted curve," and "concave surface." Each of these words can be used alternately and interchangeably with intrados, depending on the context and purpose of the sentence.

What are the hypernyms for Intrados?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    architectural feature, Artistic feature, Decorative structure, Facade element, Wall form, architectural element, building feature, construction feature.

What are the hyponyms for Intrados?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

Usage examples for Intrados

The shallow aperture often follows the form of the arch, but is frequently square-headed, having a semi-circular tympanum of masonry filling the space between the lintel of the door and the intrados of the arch.
"Our Homeland Churches and How to Study Them"
Sidney Heath
With their pommels cunningly affixed so that their points touched and interlaced, yet swung free, they lined the piers of the arch from base to span and all the graceful sweep of the intrados, a curtain of shimmering, trembling steel, barring the way to the Mystery beyond.
"The Bronze Bell"
Louis Joseph Vance

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