oriel

/ˈɔriəl/
noun
  1. A large bay window projecting from a wall, typically supported by a bracket or corbel, often found in medieval or Gothic architecture.
    • The castle's great hall featured an ornate oriel where the lord would sit.
    • The old library had a beautiful oriel window that let in plenty of light.
    • From the oriel, she could see the entire garden and the hills beyond.
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