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Metope

A space between the triglyphs (the beam ends) of a doric frieze.

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metope
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A space between the triglyphs (the beam ends) of a doric frieze.

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the square space between two triglyphs in the frieze of a Doric order; it may be carved or be left plain.

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A square slab, decorated or plain, inserted in the opening between adjoining ceiling beams.

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