a flying buttress

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Definition of a flying buttress in English English dictionary: arcboutant
flying buttress: a buttress that stands apart from the structure that it supports, and is connected to it by an arch (flyer)
flying buttress: a buttress that stands apart from the main structure and connected to it by an arch
flying buttress: An arched masonry support serving to bear thrust, as from a roof or vault, away from a main structure to an outer pier or buttress. Also called arc-boutant. a curved line of stones or bricks that are joined to the outside wall of a large building such as a church, and help to support it. Masonry structure typically consisting of an inclined bar carried on a half arch that extends ("flies") from the upper part of a wall to a pier some distance away and carries the thrust of a roof or vault. A pinnacle (vertical ornament of pyramidal or conical shape) often crowns the pier, adding weight and enhancing stability. The flying buttress evolved in the Gothic era from earlier simpler, hidden supports. The design increased the supporting power of the buttress and allowed for the creation of the high-ceilinged churches typical of Gothic architecture

a flying buttress

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a fly·ing but·tress

ı flayîng bʌtrıs

/ə ˈflīəɴɢ ˈbətrəs/ /ə ˈflaɪɪŋ ˈbʌtrəs/

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