NARTHEX
\nˈɑːθɛks], \nˈɑːθɛks], \n_ˈɑː_θ_ɛ_k_s]\
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By Princeton University
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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A tall umbelliferous plant (Ferula communis). See Giant fennel, under Fennel.
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The portico in front of ancient churches; sometimes, the atrium or outer court surrounded by ambulatories; - used, generally, for any vestibule, lobby, or outer porch, leading to the nave of a church.
By Oddity Software
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A tall umbelliferous plant (Ferula communis). See Giant fennel, under Fennel.
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The portico in front of ancient churches; sometimes, the atrium or outer court surrounded by ambulatories; - used, generally, for any vestibule, lobby, or outer porch, leading to the nave of a church.
By Noah Webster.
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Formulary, Myris, Splint-n. Asafoetida, see Asafoetida.
By Robley Dunglison
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Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.