The organist played Messiaen, and notes of all colors and aromas rained down upon the rapt audience in the nave of the church.
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Nave
/neɪv/
Synonyms for "nave" (75 found)
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Noun(1 words)
body of church
Strong matches (23)
Noun(2 words)
central spacechurch interior
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Sample sentences
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The nave, transept and aisles of the church have marble floors.
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The nave is the central part of the church.
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Mr. Pye crossed the nave, and quitted the cathedral by the cloister door, followed by the choristers.
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