Category:Pediment

Ped"i*ment, n. Etym: [l. pes, pedis, a foot. See foot.] (arch.)

Defn: originally, in classical architecture, the triangular space Forming the gable of a simple roof; hence, a similar form used as a Decoration over porticoes, doors, windows, etc.; also, a rounded or Broken frontal having a similar position and use. See temple.