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naos Definition

naos (nā′äs, nä′-)

noun pl. na′oi--o̵i

  1. an ancient temple
  2. 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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