lintol
/ˈlɪntl̩/
noun
- A horizontal beam or stone that spans the top of a door or window opening, supporting the weight above it.
- They installed a steel lintol to support the brickwork over the new garage door.
- The carved wooden lintol was decorated with intricate floral patterns.
- The old stone lintol above the fireplace was cracked and needed repair.
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