Vocabulary Entry

peristyle

|noun

noun

A courtyard or open space surrounded by a row of columns or a covered walkway, typically found in ancient Greek or Roman architecture.

Example Sentences

"The ancient villa featured a beautiful peristyle filled with lush greenery."

"Visitors admired the peristyle while exploring the ruins of the temple."

"The architect designed the house with a peristyle to enhance the outdoor living space."