architrave

noun

ar·chi·trave | \ˈär-kə-ˌtrāv

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Definition of architrave

1 : the lowest division of an entablature resting in classical architecture immediately on the capital of the column — see column illustration

2 : the molding around a rectangular opening (such as a door)

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