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Archivolt
(n.)
The architectural member surrounding the curved opening
of an arch, corresponding to the architrave in the case of a square
opening.
Archivolt
(n.)
More commonly, the molding or other ornaments with which
the wall face of the voussoirs of an arch is charged.