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In a rib-vault, an extra decorative rib springing from the corner of a bay; hence tierceron vault.Tifting(Scots): a mortar bed for verge slates laid over the gable skew.
Gothic
The dominant architectural style in the Middle Ages, used primarily from the later 12th century until the mid 16th century. It is characterised by pointed arches, rib-vaults, and large tracery windows.
 See also: Vault, Rib, Timber, Architecture, Classical
  
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