Definition of acroterium

• n. - One of the small pedestals, for statues or other ornaments, placed on the apex and at the basal angles of a pediment. Acroteria are also sometimes placed upon the gables in Gothic architecture.
• n. - One of the pedestals, for vases or statues, forming a part roof balustrade.
• n. - One of the small pedestals, for statues or other ornaments, placed on the apex and at the basal angles of a pediment. Acroteria are also sometimes placed upon the gables in Gothic architecture.
• n. - One of the pedestals, for vases or statues, forming a part roof balustrade.