Definition of archivolt

• n. - The architectural member surrounding the curved opening of an arch, corresponding to the architrave in the case of a square opening.
• n. - More commonly, the molding or other ornaments with which the wall face of the voussoirs of an arch is charged.
• n. - The architectural member surrounding the curved opening of an arch, corresponding to the architrave in the case of a square opening.
• n. - More commonly, the molding or other ornaments with which the wall face of the voussoirs of an arch is charged.