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crepidoma

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • rhymes with -əʊmə

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noun

Meaning 1

In classical Greek architecture, the platform of (usually three) levels upon which the superstructure of the building is erected, typically forming a series of steps.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: architecture

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History

Etymology

From Ancient Greek κρηπίδωμα (krēpídōma).

Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Catalan: crepidoma — Translations
  • French: crépidome — Translations
  • Italian: crepidoma — Translations
  • Spanish: crepidoma — Translations