Definitions

1. noun

A small ornamental building or architectural feature, especially one attached to a larger building, or a shrine or altar.

“The ancient temple had several aediculae dedicated to various gods and goddesses.”

2. plural noun

Aediculae are small shrines or altars dedicated to the gods, typically found in ancient Greek and Roman temples.

“The archaeologists discovered several aediculae in the ruins of the ancient temple.”