HyperDic: narthex

English > 2 senses of the word narthex:
NOUNartifactnarthexportico at the west end of an early Christian basilica or church
artifactnarthexa vestibule leading to the nave of a church
English > narthex: 2 senses > noun 1, artifact
Meaningportico at the west end of an early Christian basilica or church.
Part ofbasilicaAn early Christian church designed like a Roman basilica
BroaderporticoA porch or entrance to a building consisting of a covered and often columned area
Spanishnártex
Catalannàrtex
English > narthex: 2 senses > noun 2, artifact
MeaningA vestibule leading to the nave of a church.
Part ofchurch, church buildingA place for public (especially Christian) worship
Broaderanteroom, antechamber, entrance hall, hall, foyer, lobby, vestibuleA large entrance or reception room or area
Spanishnartex, nártex
Catalannartex, nàrtex

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