annual plant
A plant whose life cycle is completed in a single growing season.
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annular vault
A barrel vault in the shape of a ring, instead of a straight line; covers a space of which the
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angular pediment
A pediment having a horizontal cornice and slanting sides that meet in a point at the top so as to
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angle float
A trowel having two edge surfaces bent at 90°; used to finish corners in freshly poured concrete and in plastering. (See illustration
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amphitheater, amphitheater
1. A circular, semicircular, or elliptical auditorium in which a central arena is surrounded by rising tiers of seats. 2.
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anamorphosis
A drawing which appears to be distorted unless viewed from a particular angle or with a special device.
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anchor, anchorage
1. A device such as a metal rod, wire, or strap, for fixing one object to another, as specially formed