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dipteral

A classical temple having two rows of free columns, rather than a single row, surrounding the cella. Also see peripteral, pseudodipteral.

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dip

Of a trap, 1 the lowest portion of the inside top surface of the channel through the trap.

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dielectric fitting

In a water supply system, a special type of adapter (such as a union) used to connect a pipe containing copper with

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die

1. The middle portion of a pedestal between the base (or plinth) and the surbase; also called a dado. 2. A tool

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diazoma

The wide horizontal walkway between the lower and upper tiers of seats in a Greek theater.

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diatoni

1. In ancient Greek and Roman masonry construction, stones which extend the full thickness of the wall; same as through stones. 2. Quoins

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diaperwork, diaper pattern

A decorative masonry pattern formed by brick headers having a dark glazed finish exposed on one end; often laid in the flat unbroken

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diaper

An allover pattern with motifs placed in a repeated design, esp. on a rectangular or diagonal grid.

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diamond light, diamond pane

A small pane of glass, either diamond-shaped or squareshaped, and set diagonally in lead cames in a window sash. Also called diamond glass.

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