Diglyph

/ˈdɪɡlɪf/ noun

Definition

An ornamental architectural element consisting of two vertical channels or grooves carved into a surface.

Etymology

From Greek 'di-' (two) and 'glyph' (carving/groove), from 'glyphein' (to carve). Used in classical architecture to describe variations of the triglyph pattern.

Kelly Says

Diglyphs are the shy cousins of triglyphs—Greek temples used triglyphs with three grooves, but sometimes architects got creative with two-groove variations for special effects!

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