Phrase guide

Vitruvian scroll

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A scroll pattern used in borders and architectural mouldings, resembling waves in water or a series of parchment scrolls viewed on end.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: architecture

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Synonyms: wave scroll

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: scroll

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Across languages

Translations

5 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: juokseva koira — pattern
  • Finnish: kierukkanauha — pattern
  • Finnish: Vitruviuksen kierukka — pattern
  • German: Wasserwogenband — pattern
  • Swedish: löpande hund — pattern