[ 'aŋkɒn , -k(ə)n ]
■ noun ( plural ~es aŋ'kəʊni:z ) Architecture
1》 a console, typically consisting of two volutes, that supports or appears to support a cornice.
2》 each of a pair of projections on either side of a block of stone or other material, used for lifting it.
Origin
C18: via L. from Gk ankōn 'bend, elbow'.