voussoirs

[US]/vuːˈswaː/
[UK]/vuˈswɑr/

Translation

n.a wedge-shaped stone used in the construction of an arch

Phrases & Collocations

voussoir arch

voussoir stone

voussoir block

voussoir design

voussoir shape

voussoir archway

voussoir pattern

voussoir construction

voussoir arrangement

voussoir structure

Example Sentences

the architect chose a beautiful voussoir for the arch.

each voussoir in the bridge adds to its strength.

the ancient ruins featured intricately carved voussoirs.

they used a series of voussoirs to create the dome.

the voussoir design was popular in roman architecture.

she studied the alignment of the voussoirs in the archway.

each voussoir must be carefully shaped for stability.

the restoration project focused on the original voussoirs.

he explained how the voussoirs distribute weight in an arch.

the museum displayed a model featuring voussoirs in its design.

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