intercolumniation
the space between two adjacent columns, usually the clear space between the lower parts of the shafts.
the system of spacing between columns.
Origin of intercolumniation
1Other words from intercolumniation
- in·ter·co·lum·nal, in·ter·co·lum·nar, adjective
Words Nearby intercolumniation
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How to use intercolumniation in a sentence
The general intercolumniation is seven feet and a half, and those at the angles five feet eleven inches and a quarter.
Ruins of Ancient Cities (Vol. II of II) | Charles BuckeThe middle intercolumniation of the portico, as indicated by the relief and shown in the plan, is wider than the other two.
Pompeii, Its Life and Art | August MauThe western window appears at the extreme left of the intercolumniation; the eastern, at the extreme right.
Problems in Periclean Buildings | G. W. ElderkinThe low wall in the southernmost intercolumniation which for some reason was not completely closed was three courses high.
Problems in Periclean Buildings | G. W. ElderkinIn the peristyle of Pansa's house is still seen, in an intercolumniation, the mouth of a cistern.
The Wonders of Pompeii | Marc Monnier
British Dictionary definitions for intercolumniation
/ (ˌɪntəkəˌlʌmnɪˈeɪʃən) /
the horizontal distance between two adjacent columns
the system of spacing for a set of columns
Origin of intercolumniation
1Derived forms of intercolumniation
- intercolumnar, adjective
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