apteral

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈæptərəl/

Definition

Lacking a colonnade or row of columns along the sides of a building.

Examples

• The small chapel is notable for its apteral design, which emphasizes the solid masonry of the walls.

• Unlike the surrounding classical temples, this apteral building relies on pilasters rather than free-standing columns.

• Visitors often overlook the apteral facade because it lacks the grand, columned porch typical of the era.

Synonyms of apteral

Words with a similar meaning to apteral:

• columnless
• uncolumned
• astylar
• non-peripteral

Antonyms of apteral

Words with the opposite meaning to apteral:

• peripteral

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