clock gable
English edit
Etymology edit
Calque of Dutch klokgevel, with klok meaning both bell and clock in Dutch, and gevel meaning gable.
Noun edit
clock gable (plural clock gables)
- a gable or facade with a decorative bell-shape, characteristic of traditional Dutch architecture
Usage notes edit
Not to be confused with bell-gable
Translations edit
facade with a decorative bell shape
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