propylon

[ prop-uh-lon ]

noun

, plural prop·y·la [prop, -, uh, -l, uh].

1. propylaeum.

Word History and Origins

Origin of propylon¹

1825–35; < Greek propýlon, equivalent to pro- pro- ² + pýl ( ē ) gate + -on neuter singular noun ending

Example Sentences

The Legislative Coordinating Council this week approved a $293,488 contract for Propylon, a Dublin-based technology firm with a U.S. office in Lawrence.

From Washington Times

These activities are being supported by Propylon under our current maintenance contract.”

From Washington Times

House Speaker Ray Merrick says he’s pleased with progress so far in the state’s discussions with Propylon about addressing issues.

From Washington Times

Propylon CEO John Harrington says crews are putting plans in place to address the requests from state staff.

From Washington Times

Our little party was gathered in front of the great Propylon of the famous Temple of Luxor, whose mysterious grandeur we had come many thousands of miles to behold.

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