1. a piece of stone, wood, or metal jutting out from a wall to support a structure above it
Usage: architecture

1. to furnish with corbels or support on corbels
Usage: architecture; technical

Examples

• The medieval castle featured ornate stone corbels supporting the upper floors.
• Gothic cathedrals often display elaborate corbels carved with faces and figures.
• The architect decided to corbel the balcony for additional structural support.
• Wooden corbels were used to support the heavy timber beams.
• The mason carefully positioned each corbel to distribute the weight evenly.
• Decorative corbels added both function and beauty to the building’s facade.