An ornamental groove or fluting in architecture or decorative arts, especially a curved or fluted edge on metalwork or furniture.
From French 'godron' (fluting), possibly from a Germanic origin or coined term. Used in English from the 17th century for ornamental ridges and grooves in classical and rococo design.
Godroons are everywhere on fancy silverware, plates, and architectural details—they're the language of aristocratic taste, and the word stayed French because naming fancy aesthetic details in French made them sound more sophisticated.
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