plinth

[plɪnθ]

plinth Definition

• 1. a heavy base that supports a statue or column
• 2. a course of stones forming a continuous horizontal foundation for a wall

Using plinth: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "plinth" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The statue was placed on a plinth in the center of the square.

• Example

  The plinth of the wall was made of granite.

• Example

  The museum has a collection of ancient plinths from various civilizations.

plinth Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for plinth

• base
• pedestal
• foundation
• foot

Phrases with plinth

• plinth block

  a decorative element used to transition between baseboard and door trim

  Example

  The carpenter installed plinth blocks at the bottom of each door frame.

• plinth course

  the lowest course of stones in a masonry foundation

  Example

  The plinth course was made of large, flat stones.

• plinth area

  the built-up covered area at the floor level of a building, including the thickness of the external walls

  Example

  The plinth area of the house was 2000 square feet.

Origins of plinth

from Latin 'plinthus', from Greek 'plinthos', meaning 'brick'

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Summary: plinth in Brief

A 'plinth' [plɪnθ] is a heavy base that supports a statue or column, or a course of stones forming a continuous horizontal foundation for a wall. It is often made of stone and serves as a decorative element. Examples include 'The statue was placed on a plinth in the center of the square.' and 'The plinth of the wall was made of granite.'