Denticulation

/ˌdɛntɪkjəˈleɪʃən/ noun

Definition

The process of becoming denticulated or having denticles; the state or arrangement of having small tooth-like projections or notches.

Etymology

From 'denticulate' (adjective) plus suffix '-ion' (process or result). Describes both the action of creating denticles and the resulting pattern.

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In architecture, denticulation became a signature feature of classical and neoclassical buildings—entire building styles can be identified by their specific patterns of denticulation!

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