gargoyle
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/ˈɡɑːrɡɔɪl/
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/ˈɡɑːɡɔɪl/
A gargoyle is a carved stone figure, often of a scary creature, that sticks out from the edge of a roof. It helps to direct water away from the building.
The gargoyles on the ancient cathedral were so detailed that they seemed to come to life in the moonlight.
在古老大教堂上的怪兽装饰在月光下看起来栩栩如生。