Plinth block

plinth block

[′plinth ‚bläk] (building construction) skirting block

Plinth block

A flat, plain member at the base of a pillar, column, pedestal, or statue.

skirting block, base block, plinth block

1. A corner block where a base strip and vertical enframement meet. 2. A concealed block to which a baseboard is anchored.