naos
naos
Definition
naos (nā′äs, nä′-)
noun pl. na′oi--o̵i
- an ancient temple
- the enclosed part of such a temple; cella
Etymology: Gr < IE base *nes-, to unite, be protected > OE nerian, Ger nähren, to protect, support
naos
Usage Examples
Noun used with modifier
- granite: Finds: 3 fragments of gray granite naos with mythological scenes, Ptolemaic, in mosque; Objects in Cairo Museum from the site.
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