1. Plural of cymatium; a type of molding in classical architecture with a wavy or undulating profile.
Usage: architecture; technical; plural form

Examples

• The cymatia adorning the cornice of the Greek temple displayed the characteristic S-curve of classical design.
• Architects studied the cymatia on ancient Roman buildings to understand traditional molding techniques.
• The decorative cymatia ran continuously along the upper edge of the facade.
• Renaissance builders incorporated cymatia into their designs to echo classical proportions.