narthex

• Nom désignant un élément architectural, à savoir un porche ou un vestibule situé à l'entrée d'une église, menant généralement à la nef.

A noun referring to an architectural feature, specifically a portico or vestibule at the entrance of a church, typically leading to the nave.

1. Church porticoC2formal

   A portico or porch at the western entrance of an early Christian basilica or church, often used by penitents and catechumens.

   Narthex

   • The narthex was crowded with worshippers before the service.
   • The ancient basilica had a beautifully decorated narthex.
   • Catechumens were traditionally allowed only as far as the narthex.

   Synonymesporchporticovestibule

2. Church vestibuleC2formal

   A vestibule or lobby leading to the nave of a church, often serving as a gathering space.

   Narthex (vestibule d'église)

   • The wedding guests gathered in the narthex before entering the nave.
   • The narthex contained a small baptismal font.
   • Announcements were posted on a board in the narthex.

   Synonymesentrance halllobbyporchvestibule