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doric

/ˈdɒr.ɪk/

2 entries

adjective

/ˈdɒr.ɪk/C2formalbritishartobsolete
  • ruОтносящийся к древнегреческому архитектурному ордеру; также используется для описания деревенского или простого стиля, или диалекта шотландского языка, на котором говорят на северо-востоке Шотландии.

Relating to the ancient Greek architectural order; also used to describe a rustic or simple style, or a dialect of Scots spoken in the northeast of Scotland.

  1. Architectural styleB2formalart

    Relating to the oldest and simplest of the three classical Greek architectural orders, characterized by sturdy columns with plain capitals and no base.

    ruДорический стиль

    • The Parthenon is a famous example of Doric architecture.
    • Doric columns are typically fluted and have a simple, unadorned capital.
    • The museum's new wing features a Doric portico.
Forms
  • more doric comparative form
  • most doric superlative form

noun

/ˈdɒr.ɪk/C1formalart
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее классический архитектурный ордер, характеризующийся простыми, прочными колоннами без сложного декора, или диалект древнегреческого языка.

A noun referring to a classical order of architecture, characterized by simple, sturdy columns without elaborate decoration, or a dialect of ancient Greek.

  1. B2formal

    The oldest and simplest of the classical Greek architectural orders, characterized by heavy fluted columns with plain capitals and no base.

    ruДорический ордер

    • The Parthenon is a famous example of Doric architecture.
    • Doric columns are often found in ancient Greek temples.
    • The building's facade features a row of sturdy Doric columns.
  2. C1formalbritish

    A dialect of Ancient Greek spoken in the Dorian region, or a modern dialect of Scottish English spoken in the northeast of Scotland.

    ruДиалект

    • The Doric dialect of Scots is still spoken in parts of Aberdeenshire.
    • He wrote poetry in the Doric tongue.
    • The play was performed in a thick Doric accent.

    Synonymsdorian