surbase

American  

[sur-bays] / ˈsɜrˌbeɪs /

noun

Architecture.

1. a molding above a base, as that immediately above a baseboard, the crowning molding of a pedestal, etc.

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surbase British  

/ ˈsɜːˌbeɪs /

noun

1. the uppermost part, such as a moulding, of a pedestal, base, or skirting Compare subbase

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Other Word Forms

• surbasement
  noun

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Etymology

Origin of surbase

First recorded in 1670–80; sur- ¹ + base ¹

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Example Sentences

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surbase

Not but, for my part, I 'd equally refuse her leave to touch the moulding in the surbase.

From The Bramleighs of Bishop's Folly by Charles James Lever

A molded surbase and skirting, with a broad expanse of plastered wall between, provides an effective dado all around the hall.

From The Colonial Architecture of Philadelphia by Frank Cousins

Usually this surbase is molded to resemble the upper fascia or the complete architrave of the various orders.

From The Colonial Architecture of Philadelphia by Frank Cousins

On the landing dainty little fluted pilasters support the surbase, their fine scale lending much grace and refinement.

From The Colonial Architecture of Philadelphia by Frank Cousins

It consists of three parts, the base, the die or dado, and the cornice or surbase molding.

From The Gutenberg Webster's Unabridged Dictionary Section P and Q by Project Gutenberg

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