volute

Meanings

• noun

  A spiral shell or scroll, especially one forming the capital letter V in ancient Greek architecture.

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Pronunciation

1. /vəˈluːt/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with volute
pulse , dulse , mulse

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Variants

List of all variants of volute that leads to same result
volute , voluted , volutes

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Etymology

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From Greek voloute, a scroll or roll, from volounen to roll, coil.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'volute' comes from the Greek word for 'roll' or 'coil'.

2. The volute is a common decorative element in ancient Greek art and architecture.

3. The volute capital is often used in modern architecture as a decorative element, particularly in neoclassical designs.

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Related Concepts

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1. Ionic order: A classical architectural order characterized by slender columns with fluting and a base of volutes.

2. Corinthian order: A classical architectural order characterized by slender columns with a capital featuring acanthus leaves and volutes.

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Culture

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In ancient Greek architecture, the volute is a decorative spiral scroll that forms the capital of the Ionic and Corinthian orders. It is a graceful and elegant design element that adds fluidity and movement to the otherwise rigid and geometric columns.

How to Memorize "volute"

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the word 'volunteer' and associating it with 'volute' - both words have the 'vol' sound and the idea of something winding or spiraling.

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