noun
astragal
Astragal (noun) means Synonym of anklebone: the bone forming the ball of the ankle joint.
noun
1
Synonym of anklebone: the bone forming the ball of the ankle joint.
2
A small die, especially one shaped like an ankle bone in old times.
3
(architecture) A rounded strip of moulding marking the top or bottom edge of a column.
4
A tool for shaping this rounded moulding, or a similar tool for fitting glass panes into a window.
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Etymology
From Ancient Greek ἀστράγαλος (astrágalos); a doublet of astragalus.
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What is the meaning of astragal?
"astragal" (noun) means synonym of anklebone: the bone forming the ball of the ankle joint.
What is another word for astragal?
Other words for "astragal" include anklebone, talus, beadwork, bead, astragalus, beading.
What are the different meanings of astragal?
"astragal" has 3 main meanings: 1. Synonym of anklebone: the bone forming the ball of the ankle joint; 2. A small die, especially one shaped like an ankle bone in old times; 3. (architecture) A rounded strip of moulding marking the top or bottom edge of a column.
