SURBASES

Noun

surbases

plural of surbase

Anagrams

• rubasses

Source: Wiktionary


SURBASE

Sur"base`, n. Etym: [Pref. sur- + base.]

1. (Arch.)

Definition: A cornice, or series of moldings, on the top of the base of a pedestal, podium, etc. See Illust. of Column.

2. A board or group of moldings running round a room on a level with the tops of the chair backs. Knight.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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