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    Cornisa (en. Cornice)

    /koɾˈnisa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Architectural element that protrudes at the top of a wall or building.
    The cornice of the building is adorned with sculptural motifs.
    La cornisa del edificio está adornada con motivos escultóricos.
    Edge or projection that forms an angle in a construction.
    The rain falls from the edge of the cornice.
    La lluvia cae del borde de la cornisa.
    Part of a piece of furniture that forms a decorative upper edge.
    The antique furniture has a beautiful carved cornice.
    El mueble antiguo tiene una hermosa cornisa tallada.

    Etymology

    From the Italian 'cornice', meaning 'frame or edge'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to stand on the cornice
    To be in a situation at the limit or dangerous.
    ponerse a la cornisa
    cornice of life
    Critical phase or moment in personal life.
    cornisa de la vida
    to make a cornice
    To decide to withdraw from a tense situation.
    hacer cornisa

    Related Words

    molding
    Decorative element that frames objects.
    moldura
    windowsill
    Part of a window that protrudes from the wall.
    alfeizar
    ceiling
    Upper part of the interior of a building.
    bajo-techo

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to someone who always wants to be the center of attention.
    Javi is always making a cornice at parties.
    Javi siempre está haciendo cornisa en las fiestas.
    To be on the brink of a complicated situation.
    I feel like I'm on the cornice with this decision.
    Me siento en la cornisa con esta decisión.