Word of the Day

Clerestory:

In architecture, a clerestory (/ˈklɪərstɔːri/; lit. clear storey, also clearstory, clearstorey, or overstorey) is a high section of wall that contains windows above eye level. The purpose is to admit light, fresh air, or both.

Historically, clerestory denoted an upper level of a Roman basilica or of the nave of a Romanesque or Gothic church, the walls of which rise above the rooflines of the lower aisles and are pierced with windows. [Wikipedia]

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My Arts Editor claims it’s a common word, but it’s new to me, hence this entry. Also from Wikipedia comes this rather majestic example.

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