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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.
Acroterium
(n.)
One of the pedestals, for vases or statues, forming a
part roof balustrade.