opisthodome Meaning, Definition & Usage

O*pis"tho*dome noun

Etymology

L. opisthodomus, Gr. behind + do`mos house: cf. F. opisthodome.

Definitions

1. (Arch.) A back chamber; especially, that part of the naos, or cella, farthest from the main entrance, sometimes having an entrance of its own, and often used as a treasury.