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orthostyle

noun
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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