What is another word for mansart?

Pronunciation: [mˈansɑːt] (IPA)

Mansart is a term often used to describe a style of architecture characterized by a steeply sloping roof with curved sides, known as a mansard roof. Synonyms for mansart include mansard, mansardic, mansard-roofed, and gambrel. Other synonyms for this style of architecture might include French-influenced, Second Empire, or Napoleon III style architecture. The term itself derives from the French architect François Mansart, who worked during the 17th century and helped popularize this style of roof. Today, mansart remains a popular architectural choice for many buildings, particularly in areas with French or French-inspired architectural traditions.

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Usage examples for Mansart

His father, the Seigneur de mansart, had done great services in the war of independence, had been an intimate friend of the great Prince of Orange, and had even advanced large sums of money to assist his noble efforts to liberate the country.
"History of the United Netherlands, 1586-89, Vol. II. Complete"
John Lothrop Motley Last Updated: February 7, 2009
The near-by Palace of Justice, built by mansart in 1680 and enlarged for its present use in 1840, was the former Episcopal Palace.
"The Cathedrals of Northern France"
Francis Miltoun
That part of the structure built by mansart for Gaston d'Orleans appears strange, solemn, and superfluous in connection with the sumptuousness of the earlier portions.
"Castles and Chateaux of Old Touraine and the Loire Country"
Francis Miltoun

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