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Corinthian Order
see synonyms of corinthian orderNoun
1. corinthian order
the last Greek order; similar to the Ionic order except the capital is decorated with carvings of acanthus leaves
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Corinthian Order
see synonyms of corinthian ordern.
The most ornate of the three main orders of classical Greek architecture, characterized by a slender fluted column having an ornate flared capital decorated with acanthus leaves.
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