Building Language

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9. TYMPANUM /ˈtim pə nəm/

⬗Tympanum is the semi-circular or triangular decorative wall surface over an entrance, door or window, which is bounded by an arc h ⬗It is usual for the tympanum to be decorated with religious imagery or intricate bas-relief sculpture

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