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What is an oriel?

What is an oriel? Here are some definitions.

Noun
  1. (architecture) A large polygonal recess in a building, such as a bay window, forming a protrusion on the outer wall.
  2. (obsolete) A gallery for minstrels.
  3. (obsolete) A small apartment next to a hall, used for dining.
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That is why oriel windows and other verandas are often the site of infiltrations near the junction with the facade.
The gate house has a Perp portal and canted Gothic oriel windows, with fan vaulting in the entrance.
Historic buildings, their facades adorned with beautiful paintings and oriel windows, surround the impressive town hall square.
An inscription on one of the oriel windows refers to the occupation of Herrenberg during the Peasants' Revolt.
He must have quitted oriel, perhaps in company with C. Champernoun, for the purpose.
Both share the wooden oriel projecting onto the choir, with a private entrance to the rear and a small door leading into the choir aisle.

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