naos
[ ney-os ]
Origin of naos
1First recorded in 1765–75, naos is from the Greek word nāós dwelling of a god, inner part of a temple, shrine
Words Nearby naos
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How to use naos in a sentence
From this nes came, naturally enough, the old northern naos or ns, whence the Dan.
It is certain however that between them they constitute the naos, or temple properly speaking.
A history of art in ancient Egypt, Vol. I (of 2) | Georges PerrotIts position shows it to be meant for a vestibule to the naos properly speaking.
A history of art in ancient Egypt, Vol. I (of 2) | Georges PerrotIt is true that the proper character of the naos is better marked at Luxor than elsewhere.
A history of art in ancient Egypt, Vol. I (of 2) | Georges PerrotA niche contrived in the further wall of the naos acted the part of a secos.
A history of art in ancient Egypt, Vol. I (of 2) | Georges Perrot
British Dictionary definitions for naos
naos
/ (ˈneɪɒs) /
Origin of naos
1C18: from Greek: inner part of temple
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