
Transom
Architectural Element
Remember 'transom' as an architectural feature, usually decorative, above doors or windows.

The old mansion had a transom with intricate carvings.
Not Always Functional
A transom can be purely decorative and may not always serve a practical purpose.

Their house has a faux transom purely for aesthetic appeal.
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