Associations to the word «Apse»

Wiktionary

APSE, noun. (architecture) A semicircular projection from a building, especially the rounded east end of a church that contains the altar.
APSE, noun. The bishop's seat or throne in ancient churches.
APSE, noun. A reliquary, or case in which the relics of saints were kept.
APSE, noun. (astronomy) (obsolete) The nearest and furthest points to the centre of gravitational attraction for a body in orbit. More usually called an apsis.
APSE, noun. (obsolete or dialectal) An aspen tree.

Dictionary definition

APSE, noun. A domed or vaulted recess or projection on a building especially the east end of a church; usually contains the altar.

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