noun

frieze

/friːz/ · say it: FREEZ

a broad horizontal band of decoration on a wall

In Architecture & Design

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1. (noun) a decorative horizontal band or strip on a wall, often with painted or carved designs

2. (noun) a strip of cloth or paper used as decoration

Examples

1. The ancient Greek frieze showed scenes of gods and goddesses.
2. We hung a frieze with stars and moons around the child's bedroom.

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frieze

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