Colonnade

//ˌkɒləˈneɪd// noun

noun ·Moderate ·College level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A series of columns at regular intervals.
  2. 2
    a structure composed of a series of arches supported by columns wordnet
  3. 3
    A peristyle.
  4. 4
    structure consisting of a row of evenly spaced columns wordnet
  5. 5
    A portico or stoa.
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  1. 6
    A regular row of anything, such as trees.

Synonyms

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arcadeaccessaislealleyambulatoryaperture

Example

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"The colonnade of the basilica of Saint Peter is truly grand and beautiful."

Etymology

Borrowed from French colonnade.

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