Noun: frieze freez
- An architectural ornament consisting of a horizontal sculptured band between the architrave and the cornice
"The temple's frieze depicted scenes from ancient myths"
- A heavy woollen fabric with a long nap
"The upholsterer used a durable frieze to cover the sofa"
Derived forms: friezes
Type of: architectural ornament, cloth, fabric, material, textile
Part of: entablature
Encyclopedia: Frieze