Associations to the word «Apse»

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.

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