Frontons

/ˈfrɒntənz/ noun

Definition

Plural of fronton; multiple triangular ornamental areas above building entrances.

Etymology

Simple plural form of fronton, maintaining the French-derived singular form by adding the standard English plural -s ending.

Kelly Says

When architects design classical buildings with multiple entrances or sections, they create multiple frontons—you can see this on large government buildings or museums with several porticoes.

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