Colonette

/ˌkɒləˈnɛt/ noun

Definition

A small or slender column used in architecture as a decorative or structural element.

Etymology

From French 'colonette,' a diminutive form of 'colonne' (column), derived from Latin 'columna.' The '-ette' suffix indicates something small or delicate.

Kelly Says

Medieval architects loved colonettes in their designs because small columns had a special charm—they could squeeze columns into arches and doorways that full-sized ones couldn't fit, creating intricate decorative patterns.

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