Gadroon
[guh-droon] /gəˈdrun/
noun
1.
Architecture. an elaborately carved or indented convex molding.
2.
a decorative series of curved, inverted flutings, or of convex and concave flutings, as on silversmith’s work.
/ɡəˈdruːn/
noun
1.
a moulding composed of a series of convex flutes and curves joined to form a decorative pattern, used esp as an edge to silver articles
2.
(architect) a carved ornamental moulding having a convex cross section
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