Scotia
What is another word for Scotia? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — In architecture, a concave moulding, often used at the base of a column.
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Etymology
From Latin Scotia, "Scotland," literally "land of the Scots" — the architectural sense is unrelated and comes from a separate Greek root for "shadow."
Full origin of Scotia →Frequently asked questions
What does “Scotia” mean?
The word “Scotia” means in architecture, a concave moulding, often used at the base of a column. In plain terms, a specific curved groove shape used in classical architecture and woodworking.
How do you pronounce “Scotia”?
“Scotia” is pronounced SKOH-shuh (/ˈskoʊ.ʃə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Scotia” in a sentence?
Here is “Scotia” used in a sentence: “The column's base featured an elegant scotia moulding.”
What part of speech is “Scotia”?
“Scotia” is a noun.
Where does the word “Scotia” come from?
The word “Scotia” comes from Latin. From Latin Scotia, "Scotland," literally "land of the Scots" — the architectural sense is unrelated and comes from a separate Greek root for "shadow.".
Is “Scotia” a common word?
“Scotia” is a fairly common word in modern English.
