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What does Corinthian mean in terms of ancient greek architecture?

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1. it is a type of roman pillar with decorative designs in the tops and bottoms.
2. The Corinthian order (named after the city Corinth, or Korinth, Greek: Κόρινθος, Kórinthos) is one of the Classical orders of Greek and Roman architecture, characterized by a slender fluted column and an ornate capital decorated with acanthus leaves and scrolls. Although of Greek origin, the Corinthian order was seldom used in Greek architecture. The other two orders were the Doric and the Ionic. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corinthian_order The three Classical orders, with pictures and descriptions: http://www.cmhpf.org/kids/dictionary/ClassicalOrders.html