Gargoyle n : a name given to a grotesque carving which is usually in the form of a human or animal mouth, head or body, projecting from the gutter of a building. This type of carving is often found in Gothic architecture and its practical function is usually to act as a spout or drain to channel away rainwater. The grotesque nature of the carving is also thought to serve as a frightening deterrent to ward off bad luck or evil spirits.
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