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astragal en · NOUN

From Ancient Greek ἀστράγαλος (astrágalos). Doublet of astragalus.

Synonym of anklebone: the bone forming the ball of the ankle joint.
A die, especially a four-sided die historically made from or in imitation of an ankle bone.
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A semicircular molding separating the architrave at the top or bottom of a column.
A tool used to mold such features; similar tools used for connecting panes of glass in a window.
A circular molding near the mouth of a cannon.
Synonym of milkvetch: a plant of the genus Astragalus.
A molding attached to double doors to prevent drafts.
(qualifier:roof plumbing) A bracket used to fix downpipes to the wall of a building.