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词汇 mascaron
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Definition of mascaron in English:

mascaron

noun ˈmaskər(ə)nˈmaskərən
Architecture
  • A representation, often grotesque, of a human or animal face, used as an architectural ornament.

Origin

Mid 17th century; earliest use found in John Evelyn (1620–1706), diarist and writer. From French mascaron grotesque architectural mask from Italian mascherone grotesque mask from maschera + -one.

Definition of mascaron in US English:

mascaron

noun
Architecture
  • A representation, often grotesque, of a human or animal face, used as an architectural ornament.

Origin

Mid 17th century; earliest use found in John Evelyn (1620–1706), diarist and writer. From French mascaron grotesque architectural mask from Italian mascherone grotesque mask from maschera + -one.

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