Glossary

Asiatic water closet

A water closet which has its bowl nearly flush with the floor so that the user adopts a squatting position; […]

Glossary

Asiatic base

A type of Ionic base; consists of a lower disk with horizontal fluting or scotias (there may be a plinth

Glossary

ASI

Abbr. for Architects and Surveyors InstituteĀ

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ASHRAE

Abbr. for American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning EngineersĀ

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ashpit door

A cast-iron door providing access to an ashpit for ash removal.

Glossary

ashpan

A metal receptacle beneath a grating for collection and removal of ashes.

Glossary

ashlar piece

A vertical stud between the floor beams and rafters of a garret.

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