corniced
Definition
Adjective: "corniced" describes something that is provided with a cornice — a decorative architectural projection that crowns a building, wall, or piece of furniture, typically at the top of a structure.
Usage Examples
- (The house had a decorative moulding at the top of its walls.)
- (The ceilings featured a projecting decorative border near the top.)
- (A cabinet with a cornice at its top.)
Advanced Usage
"corniced with": used to specify the material or style of the cornice.
- The building was corniced with white marble, contrasting with the dark brick. (The cornice was made of white marble.)
"heavily corniced": indicates a cornice that is prominent or elaborate.
- The opera house had a heavily corniced entrance, drawing the eye upward. (The entrance had a large, ornate cornice.)
Variants and Related Words
Cornice (noun): the architectural feature itself — a horizontal moulded projection at the top of a wall or building.
- The cornice was painted gold to match the trim. (The projecting moulding at the top.)
Cornicing (noun/verb): the act of adding a cornice, or the material used for it.
- The cornicing in the dining room was made of plaster. (The decorative moulding material.)
Synonyms
- Moulded: shaped with decorative profiles (often used for architectural features).
- Capped: having a top covering or finish (though less specific to cornices).
- Trimmed: decorated with ornamental border or edging (in a broader sense).
Related Idioms
- There are no common idioms using "corniced" directly, as it is a technical architectural term. However, related phrases include:
- "Crown the structure": to top a building with a decorative element, similar to a cornice.
- The cornice crowns the building, completing its design. (The cornice finishes the top.)
Phrasal Verbs
- No phrasal verbs are associated with "corniced," as it is a past participle adjective derived from the noun "cornice."