narthex

nar·thex | \ ˈnär-ˌtheks

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Definition of narthex

1 : the portico of an ancient church

2 : a vestibule leading to the nave of a church

Examples of narthex in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Damage can be seen on the bottom of a column of precious Aquitaine marble in the narthex. — USA TODAY, "Venice flood damage to St. Mark's Cathedral totals more than $5 million," 24 Dec. 2019 This year, the community will be invited to come sing along with the Choir on the choruses - and scores will be on sale in the narthex for those who want to participate. — Houston Chronicle, "Dec. 5-15: Groups ready to entertain with holiday performances in northwest Houston," 3 Dec. 2019 When the fire was over, the only remaining parts of the church were the stone walls, a Civil War memorial in the narthex and the bell tower. — Jennifer Billock, Smithsonian, "Five Places Where You Can Still See Remnants of the Great Chicago Fire," 25 Jan. 2018 There are prayer cards for Father Conway in a narthex rack. — Bill Leukhardt, courant.com, "Seeking Posthumous Navy Cross Award For Saving, Praying With Sailors At Sea," 5 Sep. 2017 Donations can be left in the parish office during business hours or the narthex before or after weekend Masses. — Milwaukee, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Arrowhead-Pewaukee News: Sept. 6, 2017," 25 Aug. 2017

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“Narthex.” The Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster Inc., https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/narthex. Accessed 19 January 2020.

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