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aleatorium

In ancient Roman architecture, a room in which dice games were played.

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alder

A moderately light-colored, light-weight hardwood that changes to flesh color or light brown when dried; often stained to simulate cherry,

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alcove

A small recessed space, opening directly into a larger room.

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alclad

A metal product clad with an aluminum or aluminum-alloy coating, usually as a protection against corrosion.

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album

In ancient Roman architecture, a space on the surface of a wall covered with white plaster, located in a public

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albarium

A white lime used for stucco; made by burning marble.

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