arris
English
/ˈæɹɪs/
noun
Definitions
- A sharp edge or ridge formed by the intersection of two surfaces
- (architecture) A sharp edge or ridge formed by the intersection of two curved surfaces
- (archaeology) A ridge formed on the surface of flaked stone that results from the intersection of two or more flake removals. The arris marks the location of flake scars on the dorsal surface of chipped stone.
Etymology
Derived from Old French areste derived from Latin arista (ear of corn, fishbone, beard).
Origin
Latin
arista
Gloss
ear of corn, fishbone, beard
Concept
Semantic Field
The body
Ontological Category
Person/Thing
Kanji
髭