crepīdō — meaning in English

English meaning

• kerb noun The raised edge of a pavement or footpath where it meets the road (British spelling of "curb").
• pedestal noun The base that supports a column, statue, vase, or similar object.

Senses

crepīdō is used for these senses in English:

• kerb (British spelling) .
• pedestal (architecture) The base or foot of a column, statue, vase, lamp.

kerb — full definition

1. noun The raised edge of a pavement or footpath where it meets the road (British spelling of "curb").
2. verb To scrape or damage a wheel or tyre by hitting the kerb.

pedestal — full definition

1. noun The base that supports a column, statue, vase, or similar object.
2. noun A position of great honor or admiration.

Related Latin words