apse meaning

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apse (noun): a domed or vaulted recess or projection on a building especially the east end of a church; usually contains the altar.

Definition of apse

  1. a domed or vaulted recess or projection on a building especially the east end of a church; usually contains the altar

    Synonyms: apsis

    Type of: recess

    Kinds: tribune

    Related forms: apsidal

Scrabble score: 6 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with AP · words ending in SE · 4-letter words

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