arris

noun ar·ris \ˈa-rəs, ˈer-əs\

plural arris or ar·ris·es

Definition of ARRIS

: the sharp edge or salient angle formed by the meeting of two surfaces especially in moldings

probably modification of Middle French areste, literally, fishbone, from Late Latin arista — more at arête

First Known Use: 1677

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