astragal

/ˈæstrəgəl/
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Other forms: astragals

Definitions of astragal
  1. noun
    the bone in the ankle that articulates with the leg bones to form the ankle joint
    synonyms: anklebone, astragalus, talus
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    type of:
    bone, os
    rigid connective tissue that makes up the skeleton of vertebrates
  2. noun
    a beaded molding for edging or decorating furniture
    synonyms: bead, beading, beadwork
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    types:
    bead and quirk, quirk bead
    beading formed with a narrow groove separating it from the surface it decorates
    type of:
    molding, moulding
    a decorative strip used for ornamentation or finishing
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