What is the meaning of Acroterium?

  • (n.) One of the small pedestals, for statues or other ornaments, placed on the apex and at the basal angles of a pediment. Acroteria are also sometimes placed upon the gables in Gothic architecture.
  • (n.) One of the pedestals, for vases or statues, forming a part roof balustrade.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
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