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Meaning of
caryatides
in English
caryatides
us
/kærɪˈætaɪdz/
uk
/kæriˈætaɪdiːz/
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Definitions
Noun
ornamental
columns
in
the
form
of
women
(
in
architecture
)
The
ancient
temple
featured
caryatides
as
pillars
to
support
the
roof
.
sculpted
female
figures
used
as
supports
The
architect
designed
caryatides
with
intricate
details
to
adorn
the
building's
facade
.
