Torii
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtoɹi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Torii is a noun meaning (Shinto) A traditional Japanese gate at Shinto shrines, symbolically marking the transition from the profane to the sacred.
Meaning
(Shinto) A traditional Japanese gate at Shinto shrines, symbolically marking the transition from the profane to the sacred.
More Meanings
- (misspelling) plural of torus
Example Sentences
So as long as the surface gravity is big enough (by having a small r) this will overcome the centrifugal acceleration and stuff will indeed stay down. But things are much harder to guess for small radius torii.
The torii marks the entrance to the sacred grounds of a shrine. There are a variety of types of torii, each with a unique history. Regardless of origin, the torii is inseparably identified with the image of Shinto.
Word Forms
- toriis
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include toran, threshold, tollgate, entrance, toll-bar, postern.
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