Clerestory

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈklɪrˌstɔri/

Definitions of clerestory

noun a high section of wall that contains windows above eye level to provide natural light into a building, typically found in churches or other large structures

Example Sentences

A1 The clerestory windows let in lots of natural light.

A2 The cathedral had a beautiful clerestory that added to its grandeur.

B1 The architect designed the building with a clerestory to allow for better ventilation.

B2 The church's clerestory was adorned with intricate stained glass windows.

C1 The restoration project aimed to preserve the historic clerestory of the old library.

C2 The clerestory of the museum was a marvel of architectural design, with its intricate patterns and detailed carvings.

Examples of clerestory in a Sentence

formal The clerestory windows in the cathedral allowed natural light to illuminate the high nave.

informal I love how the clerestory windows make the church look so bright and airy.

slang Check out those cool windows up top, they're called clerestory windows.

figurative Just like the clerestory windows bring light into the building, positivity can bring light into your life.

Grammatical Forms of clerestory

past tense

clerestoried

plural

clerestories

comparative

more clerestory

superlative

most clerestory

present tense

clerestories

future tense

will clerestory

perfect tense

have clerestoried

continuous tense

is clerestorying

singular

clerestory

positive degree

clerestory

infinitive

to clerestory

gerund

clerestorying

participle

clerestoryed

Origin and Evolution of clerestory

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old French and Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'clerestory' originated from the Old French word 'clerestoire', which was derived from the Latin word 'clerus' meaning 'clear' and 'story' meaning 'tier or level'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in architecture to describe the upper level of a church with windows to let in light, the word 'clerestory' has evolved to also refer to any elevated section of a building with windows or openings for light and air.