1. the lowest part of an entablature in classical architecture, resting directly on the capital of a column
Usage: architecture
2. the molded frame around a doorway or window

Examples

• The marble architrave was carved with intricate Greek patterns.
• The Doric columns supported a plain architrave above.
• She painted the wooden architrave around the front door white.
• The Victorian house featured ornate architraves around each window.
• The architect specified a simple architrave design for the modern building.
• Damage to the architrave required careful restoration work.