transept

• Substantivo que designa a parte transversal de uma igreja de planta cruciforme, que cruza a nave perpendicularmente e forma os "braços" da cruz.

A noun referring to the transverse part of a cruciform church that crosses the nave at right angles, forming the arms of the cross.

1. Architectural feature of a churchC1formal

   The part of a cross-shaped church that extends out at right angles from the main nave, creating the arms of the cross.

   Transepto

   • The cathedral's transept is beautifully decorated with stained glass windows.
   • The choir is located in the north transept of the abbey.
   • The transept separates the nave from the chancel in many medieval churches.

   Sinônimosarm