naos

[ney-os]

noun

plural

naoi 

1. a temple.

2. Architecture.,  cella.

naos

/ ˈneɪɒs /

noun

1. rare,  an ancient classical temple

2. architect another name for cella

Word History and Origins

Origin of naos¹

First recorded in 1765–75, naos is from the Greek word nāós dwelling of a god, inner part of a temple, shrine

Word History and Origins

Origin of naos¹

C18: from Greek: inner part of temple