abattises
n. C2 Proficiency abat·tis·es
n. a specific type of small, round, and flat stone used in building. It is often used in the middle of a wall to help it stay strong.
n. a small, flat, and round stone used in masonry, typically placed in the middle of a wall to provide structural support. Often used in the context of historical or traditional construction techniques.
The mason placed several abattises in the middle of the wall.
During the restoration of the old cathedral, workers discovered several abattises that had been used to reinforce the central arches.
The structural integrity of the medieval tower relied heavily on the strategic placement of abattises, which distributed the weight of the upper stones across the lower foundation.