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- [proh-ney-os]
- /proʊˈneɪ ɒs/
- /prˈɒnaʊz/
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- [proh-ney-os]
- /proʊˈneɪ ɒs/
Definitions of pronaos word
- noun plural pronaos (in a classical temple) an open vestibule before the cella. 1
- noun pronaos the inner area of the portico of a classical temple 0
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Origin of pronaos
First appearance:
before 1605 One of the 40% oldest English words
From the Greek word prónāos, dating back to 1605-15. See pro-2, naos
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Parts of speech for Pronaos
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
pronaos popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 70% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 71% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
pronaos usage trend in Literature
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