astragal

[ as-truh-guhl ]

noun

, Architecture, Furniture.

1. a small convex molding cut into the form of a string of beads. Compare bead and reel.
2. a plain convex molding; bead.
3. a molding attached to one or both meeting stiles of a pair of double doors in order to prevent drafts.

astragal

/ ˈæstrəɡəl /

noun

1. architect
   1. Also calledbead a small convex moulding, usually with a semicircular cross section
   2. a moulding having the form of a string of beads
2. carpentry a glazing bar, esp in a bookcase
3. anatomy the ankle or anklebone

Word History and Origins

Origin of astragal¹

1555–65; < Latin astragalus < Greek astrágalos a vertebra, the huckle-bone, a molding, a kind of vetch; in plural, dice (i.e., huckle-bones)

Word History and Origins

Origin of astragal¹

C17: from Latin astragalus, from Greek astragalos anklebone, hence, small round moulding

Example Sentences

The style of carving of the cymatium with its astragal should be the Lesbian.

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An enlarged section of the astragal mould which is grooved to fit on the bar which forms the rebate is also shown.

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Fig. 257 is similar to the above, with the exception that the rail of the door is rebated (G) to receive the astragal moulding.

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Fig. 265 is a rebated joint with loose tongue-slip and astragal mould, suitable for frames over 11⁄4 in.

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The astragal of the muzzle or neck of a gun; it is the next ring from the mouth backwards.

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