toran

[ tawr-uhn, tohr- ]

noun

1. (in Indian Buddhist and Hindu architecture) a gateway having two or three lintels between two posts.

Word History and Origins

Origin of toran¹

1885–90; < Hindi < Sanskrit torana

Example Sentences

The pai-lou, like the Japanese torii, derives its origin from the toran of Indian stupas.

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At length the toran was broken amid the shouts of the retainers, and the fair defenders retired.

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The bridegroom on horseback, lance in hand, proceeded to break the toran, which was defended by the damsels of the bride.

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