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transept


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Definition of transept

noun

  • (in a cross-shaped church) either of the two parts forming the arms of the cross shape, projecting at right angles from the nave:the north transept

Derivatives

transeptal

Pronunciation: /-ˈsɛpt(ə)l/

adjective

Origin:

mid 16th century: from modern Latin transeptum (see trans-, septum)

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