A triangular-shaped ornamental area above the entrance to a building, especially a temple or classical structure.
From French fronton, derived from Latin frons meaning 'front' or 'forehead.' The architectural term evolved in Renaissance Europe to describe the distinctive pediment-like decoration found in Classical architecture.
Fronton is one of those words where the etymology makes perfect sense—the triangular shape really does look like a forehead rising above the entrance! You'll see fronton-style designs on courthouses, libraries, and classical government buildings all over the world.
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