exedra

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[edit] Etymology

From Ancient Greek ἐξ (ex), out of) + ἕδρα (hedra), seat).

[edit] Noun

Singular
exedra

Plural
exedras or exedrae

exedra (plural exedras or exedrae)

  1. (architecture) A semicircular recess, with stone benches, used as a place for discussion.
  2. (by extension) A curved bench with a high back.

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