astragal Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun the bone in the ankle that articulates with the leg bones to form the ankle joint
    talus; anklebone; astragalus.
  2. noun a beaded molding for edging or decorating furniture
    bead; beadwork; beading.

WordNet

As"tra*gal noun
Etymology
L. astragalus, Gr. the ankle bone, a molding in the capital of the Ionic column.
Definitions
  1. (Arch.) A convex molding of rounded surface, generally from half to three quarters of a circle.
  2. (Gun.) A round molding encircling a cannon near the mouth.

Webster 1913