Perron
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɛɹən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Perron is a noun meaning (architecture) A platform outside the raised entrance to a church or large building, or the steps leading to such a platform. US: stoop.
Meaning
(architecture) A platform outside the raised entrance to a church or large building, or the steps leading to such a platform. US: stoop.
More Meanings
- (historical) A stone block used as the base of a monument, marker, etc.
Example Sentences
hit wille be no worship for you to haue adoo with me / for ye are fressh and I am wounded sore / And therfor and ye wille nedes haue ado with me / Assigne me a day and thenne I shal mete with you withoute fayle / ye saye wel said sir Tristram / Now I assigne you to mete me in the medowe by the ryuer of Camelot / where Merlyon sette the peron
Word Forms
- perrons
- perowne
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include patten, pile, pebblestone, stone, penker, puncheon.
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