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raking cornice =

A cornice following the

slope of a gable, pediment,

or roof.

rampant arch,

raking arch =

An arch in which the im-

post on one side is higher

than on the other.

reeding =

An ornament of adjacent, par-

allel, protruding, half-round

moldings (reeds); the reverse

of fluting. Also see

cabling.

refectory =

A hall in a convent, mon-

astery, or public secular

institution where meals

are served.

reredos =

An ornamental screen or

ornamental wall at the back

of an altar.

raking cornice

rampant arch

reeding

refectory

reredos