hypostyle

[ hahy-puh-stahyl, hip-uh- ]

adjective

1. having many columns carrying the roof or ceiling:

   a hypostyle hall.

noun

1. a hypostyle structure.

hypostyle

/ ˈhaɪpəʊˌstaɪl /

adjective

1. having a roof supported by columns

noun

1. a building constructed in this way

Word History and Origins

Origin of hypostyle¹

1825–35; < Greek hypóstȳlos resting on pillars, equivalent to hypo- hypo- + -stȳlos -style ²

Example Sentences

Eventually, we made it down to the one of the park’s highlights, Nature Square, for a quick family portrait at one of the most impressive vistas overlooking the city and continued into the cool shade of the Hypostyle Room, where Maggie could roam and shriek with impunity.

From Washington Post

It was most notable for its entryway: A re-creation of the Hypostyle Hall of Karnak in Luxor, Egypt.

From Washington Post

An avenue of ram-headed sphinxes leads to an imposing first pylon; beyond is a hypostyle hall where 138 pillars soar into empty space.

From New York Times

Inside are two hypostyle halls, in which massive columns support the roof.

From New York Times

Beyond the portico is a hypostyle hall whose columns are inscribed with sacred texts and hymns.

From New York Times