narthex
(noun) a vestibule leading to the nave of a church
narthex
(noun) portico at the west end of an early Christian basilica or church
Source: WordNet® 3.1
narthex (plural narthexes or narthices)
(architecture) A western vestibule leading to the nave in some Christian churches.
Source: Wiktionary
Nar"thex, n. Etym: [L., giant fennel, Gr.
1. (Bot.)
Definition: A tall umbelliferous plant (Ferula communis). See Giant fennel, under Fennel.
2. (Arch.)
Definition: 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.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
2 June 2025
(noun) status with respect to the relations between people or groups; “on good terms with her in-laws”; “on a friendly footing”
According to Guinness World Records, the most massive cup of coffee contained 22,739.14 liters and was created by AlcaldĂa Municipal de Chinchiná (Colombia) at Parque de BolĂvar, Chinchiná, Caldas, Colombia, on 15 June 2019. Fifty people worked for more than a month to build this giant cup. The drink prepared was Arabic coffee.
