peristyle

[ per-uh-stahyl ]

noun

, Architecture.

1. a colonnade surrounding a building or an open space.
2. an open space, as a courtyard, surrounded by a colonnade.

peristyle

/ ˈpɛrɪˌstaɪl /

noun

1. a colonnade that surrounds a court or building
2. an area that is surrounded by a colonnade

Derived Forms

• ˌperiˈstylar, adjective

Other Words From

• peri·stylar adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of peristyle¹

1605–15; < Latin peristȳlum < Greek perístȳlon, noun use of neuter of perístȳlos surrounded with columns, equivalent to peri- peri- + -stȳlos -style ²

Word History and Origins

Origin of peristyle¹

C17: via French from Latin peristӯlum, from Greek peristulon, from peri- + stulos column

Example Sentences

And for the next two nights, the Coliseum’s peristyle will be illuminated in blue light.

From Los Angeles Times

And now, he has his No. 5 back up on the Peristyle end of the Coliseum as well.

From Los Angeles Times

Standing before the renowned peristyle at the Los Angeles Coliseum, where the 1984 Olympics opening ceremony was held, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on Thursday touted a $77-million infusion of cash for Metro to pay for more electric buses.

From Los Angeles Times

Simpson’s jersey is still retired by USC in recognition of his two remarkable seasons as the Trojans’ tailback, and his No. 32 is prominently displayed at every home football game on the banners that drape the peristyle steps of the venerable Coliseum.

From Seattle Times

The Peristyle end of the venerable stadium features large banners honoring all of USC’s eight Heisman winners except current quarterback Caleb Williams and Bush, who is hoping to clear up his current murky status in college football history.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• portico