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1. Architect the edge of the roof tiles projecting over a gable 2. Architect the shaft of a classical column 3. English legal history a. the area encompassing the royal court that is subject to the jurisdiction of the Lord High Steward b. a rod or wand carried as a symbol of office or emblem of authority, as in the Church c. a rod held by a person swearing fealty to his lord on becoming a tenant, esp of copyhold land verge [vərj] (building construction) The edge of a sloping roof which projects over a gable. verge 1. The edge projecting over the gable of a roof. 2. The shaft of a column; a small ornamental shaft. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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