perpendicular style

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Definition Noun : A style of English Gothic architecture that was prevalent during the 14th and 15th centuries. It is characterized by an emphasis on strong vertical lines, the use of four-centered (or Tudor) arches, and elaborate fan vaulting. Examples The Perpendicular style is most famously exemplified by the nave of Winchester Cathedral. King's College Chapel in Cambridge is a masterpiece o...