narthex

1. n. A tall umbelliferous plant (Ferula communis). See Giant fennel, under Fennel. Source: opted

2. n. The portico in front of ancient churches; sometimes, the atrium or outer court surrounded by ambulatories; -- used, generally, for any vestibule, lobby, or outer porch, leading to the nave of a church. Source: opted

3. n. portico at the west end of an early Christian basilica or church Source: wordnet

4. n. a vestibule leading to the nave of a church Source: wordnet

5. 1. (Bot.) A tall umbelliferous plant (Ferula communis). See Giant fennel, under Fennel. 2. (Arch.) The portico in front of ancient churches; sometimes, the atrium or outer court surrounded by ambulatories; -- used, generally, for any vestibule, lobby, or outer porch, leading to the nave of a church. Source: webster

6. A tall umbelliferous plant (Ferula communis). See Giant fennel,under Fennel. Source: adambom

7. n:100 n. portico at the west end of an early Christian basilica or church n. a vestibule leading to the nave of a church Source: ecdict

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