quoin

[US]/kwɔɪn/
[UK]/kwɔɪn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a wedge or external angle
vt.to secure with a wedge
Word Forms
Pluralquoins

Phrases & Collocations

corner quoin

quoin block

quoin stone

quoin wall

quoin angle

quoin joint

quoin feature

quoin detail

quoin alignment

quoin placement

Example Sentences

the architect used a quoin to enhance the building's design.

they decided to add a quoin to the corner of their house.

the old library features beautiful quoin details.

quoins can be made of various materials like stone or brick.

he admired the quoin work on the historical building.

the quoin provides structural support to the wall.

in architecture, a quoin is often used for aesthetic purposes.

the mason skillfully carved the quoin to fit perfectly.

quoins help to define the corners of a building.

many historic buildings feature prominent quoin designs.

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