Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lunet
noun
/luːˈnɛt/
Definition
A crescent-shaped object or figure.
Examples
- The artist painted a beautiful scene in the lunet above the doorway.
- Architects often use lunets in the design of ceilings to create a sense of space.
- During the Renaissance, lunets were popular in the decoration of churches and public buildings.
Meaning
In architectural terms, it refers to a small, arched opening or a space in a wall where a semicircular or arched window or panel is placed.
Synonyms
- crescent
- arc
- semicircle
