parvis

/ˈpɑrvəs/
IPA guide

Other forms: parvises

Definitions of parvis
  1. noun
    a courtyard or portico in front of a building (especially a cathedral)
    see moresee less
    type of:
    court, courtyard
    an area wholly or partly surrounded by walls or buildings
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘parvis'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family