Found 2 items, similar to apsis.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: apsis apsis n : a domed or vaulted recess or projection on a building especially the east end of a church; usually contains the altar [syn: apse] [also: apsides (pl)]
English → English (gcide) Definition: apsis Apse \Apse\ ([a^]ps), n.; pl. Apses ([a^]p"s[e^]z). [See Apsis.] 1. (Arch.) (a) A projecting part of a building, esp. of a church, having in the plan a polygonal or semicircular termination, and, most often, projecting from the east end. In early churches the Eastern apse was occupied by seats for the bishop and clergy. Hence: (b) The bishop's seat or throne, in ancient churches. [1913 Webster] 2. A reliquary, or case in which the relics of saints were kept. [1913 Webster] Note: This word is also written apsis and absis. [1913 Webster]