Associations to the word «Apse»
Noun
- Transept
- Nave
- Chancel
- Mosaic
- Fresco
- Aisle
- Basilica
- Crypt
- Altar
- Cupola
- Vault
- Choir
- Chapel
- Buttress
- Dome
- Lancet
- Niche
- Edifice
- Arch
- Crucifixion
- Exterior
- Depicting
- Ravenna
- Cloister
- Cathedral
- Sant
- Portico
- Facade
- Archangel
- Frieze
- Stucco
- Atrium
- Sanctuary
- Semi
- Porch
- Cornice
- Decoration
- Spire
- Virgin
- Madonna
- Battista
- Ceiling
- Pulpit
- Adoration
- Pillar
- Crucifix
- Tabernacle
- Nativity
- Medallion
- Evangelist
- Arcade
- Apostle
- Baroque
- Crossing
- Church
- Oratory
- Tower
- Pietro
- Martyrdom
- Mural
- Column
- Horseshoe
- Pew
- Mausoleum
- Groin
- Interior
- Gable
Adjective
Adverb
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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