Meaning of lintel in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈlɪn(t)l/

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  1. Noun

    lintel

    Etymology

    Middle English: from Old French, based on late Latin liminare, from Latin limen‘threshold’

    Definitions

    1. horizontal beam used as a finishing piece over a door or window

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