Associations to the word «Narthex»

Wiktionary

NARTHEX, noun. (architecture) A western vestibule leading to the nave in some (especially Orthodox) Christian churches.

Dictionary definition

NARTHEX, noun. Portico at the west end of an early Christian basilica or church.
NARTHEX, noun. A vestibule leading to the nave of a church.

Wise words

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