Definitions for narthexˈnɑr θɛks
Random House Webster's College Dictionary
nar•thexˈnɑr θɛks(n.)
an enclosed passage between the main entrance and the nave of a church.
Category: Architecture
Origin of narthex:
1665–75; < LGk nárthēx
Princeton's WordNet
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
Wiktionary
narthex(Noun)
A western vestibule leading to the nave in some (especially Orthodox) Christian churches.
Webster Dictionary
Narthex(noun)
a tall umbelliferous plant (Ferula communis). See Giant fennel, under Fennel
Narthex(noun)
the portico in front of ancient churches; sometimes, the atrium or outer court surrounded by ambulatories; -- used, generally, for any vestibule, lobby, or outer porch, leading to the nave of a church
The Nuttall Encyclopedia
Narthex
a space in early churches railed off from the rest for catechumens and penitents.
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