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2. Finial - Wikipedia

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   A finial (from Latin: finis, end) [1] or hip-knob is an element marking the top or end of some object, often formed to be a decorative feature. [ 2 ] In architecture, it is a small decorative device, employed to emphasize the apex of a dome , spire , tower , roof, or gable or any of various distinctive ornaments at the top, end, or corner of a ...

3. Flagpole - Wikipedia

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   Flagpoles are usually made of wood or metal. Flagpoles can be designed in one piece with a taper (typically a steel taper or a Greek entasis taper), [2] or be made from multiple pieces to make them able to expand.

4. Glossary of vexillology - Wikipedia

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   A decorative or protective cap atop the flagpole. Often shaped like a sphere, but can also be a shape with heraldic significance, such as a spear or an eagle. Sometimes referred to as a capper. Fly The half or edge of a flag farthest away from the flagpole. This term also sometimes refers to the horizontal length of a flag. Heading

5. Flag - Wikipedia

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   Flags are also used in messaging, advertising, or for decorative purposes. Some military units are called "flags" after their use of flags. A flag (Arabic: لواء) is equivalent to a brigade in Arab countries. In Spain, a flag (Spanish: bandera) is a battalion-equivalent in the Spanish Legion. [citation needed]

6. Barber's pole - Wikipedia

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   Matthew Walker's knot is a decorative knot said to vaguely resemble a section of a barber's pole. [ A ] Sinosauropteryx (meaning "Chinese reptilian wing", [ 23 ] in Chinese 中华龙鸟: zhonghua longniao ) is the first genus of non-avian dinosaur found with the fossilized impressions of feathers , as well as the first non-avian dinosaur where ...

7. List of flagpoles by height - Wikipedia

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   This list of flagpoles by height includes completed flagpoles which are either free–standing or supported, excluding the height of any pedestal (plinth), building, or other base platform which may elevate them.