Cyzicene meaning

(architecture) An architectural term for a large hall, which faced the north, with a prospect towards the gardens; the windows of this hall opened down to the ground, so that the green verdure could be seen by those lying on the couches.
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Of or pertaining to the people and place of Cyzicus (an ancient classical city).
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Origin of cyzicene

Derived from Latin (architecture) cyzicenus by Vitruvius; from the city of Cyzicus.

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