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conduit, electrical: A pipe, usually metal, in which wire is installed.

coping: A cap or top course of a masonry wall to protect lower areas from water penetration.

corbel: A ledge or shelf constructed by laying successive courses of masonry out from the face of the wall.

core: The inner layer or layers of plywood. The core may consist of veneer, solid lumber, or composition board.

corner braces: Diagonal braces at the corners of frame structure to stiffen and strengthen the wall.

cornice: The part of a roof that projects out from the wall.

cornice return: That portion of the cornice that returns on the gable end of a house.

counterflashing: A flashing used under the regular flashing.