socle

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Noun socle has 1 sense

socle - a plain plinth that supports a wall
--₁ is a kind of pedestal, plinth, footstall

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Socle

Noun:

1. A plain and solid base or pedestal, usually supporting a statue or other monument.

Example sentence: The statue of liberty stands on a socle of granite.

Noun:

2. A square or rectangular block forming the lower part of a building wall, pedestal, or pier.

Example sentence: The ancient temple had intricately carved socles supporting its columns.

Noun:

3. A low wall or parapet supporting the earth or a terrace.

Example sentence: The garden had a beautiful socle separating the flower beds from the lawn.

Verb:

4. To place or set on a socle.

Example sentence: The sculptor socled the bronze figurine on a marble base.

Adjective:

5. Describes something that is solid, plain, or unadorned like a socle.

Example sentence: The minimalistic architecture featured socle-like walls without any artistic embellishments.