Meaning Of The Word Frieze

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frieze
countable noun: A frieze is a decoration high up on the walls of a room or just under the roof of a building. It consists of a long panel of carving or a long strip of paper with a picture or pattern on it.

frieze in American English 1
a decoration or series of decorations forming an ornamental band around a room, mantel, etc.
noun: the part of a classical entablature between the architrave and the cornice, usually decorated with sculpture in low relief

frieze in American English 2
a heavy wool cloth with a shaggy, uncut nap on one side
noun: a heavy, napped woolen cloth for coats

frieze in British English 1
noun: the horizontal band between the architrave and cornice of a classical entablature, esp one that is decorated with sculpture

frieze in British English 2
noun: a heavy woollen fabric with a long nap, used for coats, etc

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