Definition of "astragal" in English

noun

1. (anatomy) Synonym of anklebone: the bone forming the ball of the ankle joint.

2. A die, especially a four-sided die historically made from or in imitation of an ankle bone.

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3. (architecture) A semicircular molding separating the architrave at the top or bottom of a column.

4. A tool used to mold such features; similar tools used for connecting panes of glass in a window.

5. (weaponry) A circular molding near the mouth of a cannon.

6. (botany) Synonym of milkvetch: a plant of the genus Astragalus.

7. (architecture) A molding attached to double doors to prevent drafts.

8. (roof plumbing) A bracket used to fix downpipes to the wall of a building.