intercolumniation

noun

in·​ter·​co·​lum·​ni·​a·​tion ˌin-tər-kə-ˌləm-nē-ˈā-shən How to pronounce intercolumniation (audio)
1
: the clear space between the columns of a series
2
: the system of spacing of the columns of a colonnade

Word History

Etymology

Latin intercolumnium space between two columns, from inter- + columna column

First Known Use

1624, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of intercolumniation was in 1624

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Cite this Entry

“Intercolumniation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intercolumniation. Accessed 15 Oct. 2024.

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