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alette

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[uh-let] / əˈlɛt /

noun

  1. (in classical architecture) a part of a pier, flanking a pilaster or engaged column and supporting either impost of an arch.

  2. a small wing of a building.

  3. either jamb of a doorway.

Etymology

Origin of alette

1810–20; < French, variant of ailette

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