1. A common Norman or Romanesque molding formed by a series of circular (but occasionally square) cylinders, disposed alternately with the notches in single or multiple rows.
2. A steel slab which is placed under a column to distribute the load, as from the column to the supporting masonry.
3. A timber which is sawn on three sides and left rounded on the fourth.
4. A wood block from which smaller pieces of structural lumber can be cut.
