OGEE

ogee, cyma reversa

(noun) a molding that (in section) has the shape of an S with the convex part above and the concave part below

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Noun

ogee (plural ogees)

(architecture) A double curve in the shape of an elongated S; an object of that shape

(architecture) A pointed arch made from two ogees

(math) An inflection point.

(aesthetic facial surgery) The malar or cheekbone prominence transitioning into the mid-cheek hollow.

(distillation) The bubble-shaped chamber of a pot still that connects the swan neck to the pot and allows distillate to expand, condense, and fall back into the pot.

Source: Wiktionary

O*gee", n. Etym: [F. ogive, augive, LL. augiva, of uncertain origin; cf.LL. ogis a support, prop. L. augere to increase, strengthen, Sp. auge highest point of power or fortune, apogee, Ar. auj, an astronomical term.]

1. (Arch.)

Definition: A molding, the section of which is the form of the letter S, with the convex part above; cyma reversa. See Illust. under Cyma.

2. Hence, any similar figure used for any purpose. Ogee arch (Arch.), a pointed arch, each of the sides of which has the curve of an ogee, that is, has a reversed curve near the apex.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition

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