stylobate
a course of masonry, part of the stereobate, forming the foundation for a colonnade, especially the outermost colonnade.
Origin of stylobate
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How to use stylobate in a sentence
The entire foundation of the temple, including the stereobate, the stylobate, and the remaining steps.
History of Ancient Art | Franz von ReberUpon this pavement rested the foundations of the stylobate surrounding the pyramid.
A history of art in ancient Egypt, Vol. I (of 2) | Georges PerrotA flight of steps, enclosed between two walls of the same height as the stylobate, led up to the portico.
A history of art in ancient Egypt, Vol. I (of 2) | Georges PerrotIts stylobate raised it well above 398the plain, while the steps in front gave meaning and accent to its elevation.
A history of art in ancient Egypt, Vol. I (of 2) | Georges Perrotstylobate, a series of steps, usually those leading up to a Classic temple.
Architecture | Thomas Roger Smith
British Dictionary definitions for stylobate
/ (ˈstaɪləˌbeɪt) /
a continuous horizontal course of masonry that supports a colonnade
Origin of stylobate
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