propylaea

/prəˈpɪliˌiːə/

Definitions

1. noun

A building in ancient Greece that served as an entrance to a temple complex or as a gateway to the Akropolis in Athens, typically decorated with sculptures and reliefs.

“The Propylaea was an impressive structure that welcomed visitors to the Acropolis in ancient Athens.”

Synonyms

  • entrance
  • gateway

Antonyms

  • departure
  • exit