plinth

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[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

From Ancient Greek πλίνθος (plinthos, “brick”)

[edit] Pronunciation

[edit] Noun

A Plinth.

plinth (plural plinths)

  1. A block or slab upon which a column, pedestal, or statue is based.
  2. The bottom course of stones or bricks supporting a wall.
  3. A base or pedestal beneath a cabinet.

[edit] Translations

base for column, pedestal or statue
bottom course of stones supporting a wall
base for a cabinet
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