quoin

Noun
  1. is a type of: wedge - something solid that is usable as an inclined plane (shaped like a V) that can be pushed between two things to separate them
    same as: coign, coigne
  2. is a type of: headstone, key, keystone - the central building block at the top of an arch or vault
    same as: coign, coigne
  3. referred to in: architecture - the discipline dealing with the principles of design and construction and ornamentation of fine buildings
    is a type of: construction, structure - a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts
    is a part of: building, edifice - a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place
    same as: corner

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