Definition of Multifoil

1. n. An ornamental foliation consisting of more than five divisions or foils.

2. a. Having more than five divisions or foils.

Definition of Multifoil

1. Noun. (architecture) A symmetrical shape which forms the overall outline of a set of partially-overlapping circles of the same diameter. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Multifoil

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Medical Definition of Multifoil

1. An ornamental foliation consisting of more than five divisions or foils. See Foil. Origin: Multi- + foil. Having more than five divisions or foils. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Multifoil

multiflavored
multiflight
multiflighted
multiflora
multiflora rose
multiflorous
multiflue
multifluid
multifocal
multifocal atrial tachycardia
multifocal choroiditis
multifocal lens
multifocal osteitis fibrosa
multifocality
multifocally
multifoil (current term)
multifoils
multifold
multifoldness
multifoliate
multifood
multiform
multiform layer
multiformat
multiformat camera
multiformities
multiformity
multiformous
multiforms
multifractal

Literary usage of Multifoil

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Moslem Architecture: Its Origins and Development by Giovanni Teresio Rivoira (1918)
"360), and flanked by two small chapels. It is approached through a central space or vestibule which has intersecting multifoil arches—-trefoil and ..."

2. The History, Architecture, and Antiquities of the Cathedral Church of St by James Graves (1857)
"The apex of the gable contained a large multifoil window, but it is now partially closed up, and has, besides, lost a considerable portion of its moldings. ..."

3. A Dictionary of Architecture and Building, Biographical, Historical, and by Russell Sturgis (1901)
"... six. a sexfoil ; and a large number, a multifoil. Mere cusps on an arch produce foils only when connected by arcs, usually more than semicircles. ..."

4. A Glossary of Terms Used in Grecian, Roman, Italian, and Gothic Architecture by John Henry Parker (1838)
"FOLIATED ARCH, an arch with a trefoil, cinquefoil, or multifoil under it.—Willis. FOLIATING SPACE, the triangular space between the arch and two continuous ..."

5. Hall Marks on Gold and Silver Plate by William Chaffers (1905)
"Form I comprises patens with plain circular depression, with an inner depression multifoil in outline: and form II. those with one depression only, ..."

6. Surrey Archaeological Collections: Relating to the History and Antiquities by Surrey Archaeological Society (1897)
"Maker's initials, H A. The gilt-lined bowl is round ; the stem and foot nre multifoil, the farmer divided by a knop with four bosses. ..."

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