prostas

[ proh-stas ]

noun

, plural pro·sta·des [proh-, stey, -deez].

1. (in classical architecture) an antechamber or vestibule.
2. (in a classical temple) the area included between parastades.

Word History and Origins

Origin of prostas¹

< Greek prostás literally, that which stands before ( prostasis )

Example Sentences

In a second example the prostas consisted of a long gallery, the whole width of the site, which was lighted by windows at each end, the sills of which were raised 8 ft. or 9 ft. from the floor.

From Project Gutenberg

This space is called by some writers "prostas," by others "pastas."

From Project Gutenberg

To the right and left of the prostas there are chambers, one of which is called the "thalamos," the other the "amphithalamos."

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