clock gable en · NOUN
Etymology
Calque of Dutch klokgevel, with klok meaning both bell and clock in Dutch, and gevel meaning gable.
Meanings
- a gable or facade with a decorative bell-shape, characteristic of traditional Dutch architecture
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| clock gables | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (1)
nl klokgevel (facade with a decorative bell shape)