Plural form of cornice; multiple decorative moldings that project along the top of walls, buildings, or interior rooms.
Plural of cornice, from French corniche (Italian cornice, Latin coronis). The -s ending creates the plural form used when referring to multiple such architectural features.
Grand mansions and palaces often feature elaborate cornices that tell you about the building's age and style—they're like architectural fingerprints!
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