Definitions for clerestory
ˈklɪərˌstɔr i, -ˌstoʊr icleresto·ry

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:2.0 / 1 vote

1. clerestory, clearstorynoun

   part of an interior wall rising above the adjacent roof with windows admitting light

WiktionaryRate this definition:1.0 / 1 vote

1. clerestorynoun

   the upper part of a wall containing windows to let in natural light to a building, especially in the nave, transept and choir of a church or cathedral

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Clerestory

   In architecture, a clerestory ( KLEER-stor-ee; lit. 'clear storey', also clearstory, clearstorey, or overstorey) is a high section of wall that contains windows above eye level. Its purpose is to admit light, fresh air, or both. Historically, clerestory denoted an upper level of a Roman basilica or of the nave of a Romanesque or Gothic church, the walls of which rise above the rooflines of the lower aisles and are pierced with windows. Similar structures have been used in transportation vehicles to provide additional lighting, ventilation, or headroom.

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1. clerestory

   A clerestory is an architectural feature that consists of a part of a wall that contains high windows well above the eye level, which usually serves to allow light and fresh air into a building. It is often seen in churches, large halls, basilicas, or other public structures to enhance illumination.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Clerestorynoun

   the upper story of the nave of a church, containing windows, and rising above the aisle roofs

2. Clerestorynoun

   same as Clearstory

WikidataRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Clerestory

   In architecture, clerestory are any high windows above eye level. The purpose is to bring outside light, fresh air, or both into the inner space. Historically, clerestory denoted an upper level of a Roman basilica or of the nave of a Romanesque or Gothic church, the walls of which rise above the rooflines of the lower aisles and are pierced with windows. Similar structures have been used in transportation vehicles to provide additional lighting, ventilation, or headroom.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Clerestory

   Clear-story, clēr-stō′ri, n. an upper row of windows rising above the adjoining parts of the building, probably so named as admitting clearness or light—esp. applied to the windows in the upper part of the central nave of churches.

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of clerestory in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of clerestory in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=clerestory
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Clerestory
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clerestory
4. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clerestory
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=clerestory
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=clerestory