Definition of Narthex

1. Noun. Portico at the west end of an early Christian basilica or church.

Group relationships: Basilica
Generic synonyms: Portico

2. Noun. A vestibule leading to the nave of a church.
Generic synonyms: Antechamber, Anteroom, Entrance Hall, Foyer, Hall, Lobby, Vestibule
Group relationships: Church, Church Building

Definition of Narthex

1. n. A tall umbelliferous plant (Ferula communis). See Giant fennel, under Fennel.

Definition of Narthex

1. a vestibule in a church [n -ES]

Medical Definition of Narthex

1. 1. A tall umbelliferous plant (Ferula communis). See Giant fennel, under Fennel. 2. 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. Origin: L, giant fennel, Gr. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Narthex

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narrowness
narrownesses
narrows
narrow beech fern
narrow boat
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narrow escape
narrow gauge
narrow goldenrod
narrow wale
Narthecium
Narthecium americanum
Narthecium ossifragum
narthex (current term)
narthex (current term)
narthexes
nartjie
nartjies
narwal
narwal
narwals
narwhal
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narwhale
narwhales
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nary
nary(a)
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