What does "caulis" mean?

Each of the main stalks which support the volutes and helices of a Corinthian capital.

What is a synonym for "caulis"?

Common synonyms include: axis, bole, cane, pedicel, reed, spear.

/ˈkɔːlɪs/ noun

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Noun

1
Each of the main stalks which support the volutes and helices of a Corinthian capital.
2
plural of cauli form-of, plural
3
The stalk of a plant, especially a herbaceous stem in its natural state.

Learned borrowing from Latin caulis. Doublet of cole, gobi, and kale.