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orthostyle

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or·​tho·​style | \ ˈȯ(r)thə+ˌ- \

Definition of orthostyle

 (Entry 1 of 2)

: an arrangement of architectural columns in a straight row

orthostyle

adjective
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Definition of orthostyle (Entry 2 of 2)

: of or relating to an orthostyle

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History and Etymology for orthostyle

Noun

orth- + -style (as in peristyle)

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“Orthostyle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/orthostyle. Accessed 26 May. 2022.

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