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nave
Pronunciation: (nāv), [key]—
n.
the principal longitudinal area of a church, extending from the main entrance or narthex to the chancel, usually flanked by aisles of less height and breadth: generally used only by the congregation. See diag. under
basilica. Nav. E.
Naval Engineer.
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