Heptastyle

/ˈhɛptəstaɪl/ adjective

Definition

An architectural style featuring seven columns, especially across the front of a building or temple.

Etymology

From Greek 'hepta' (seven) + 'stylos' (column), describing classical architecture with seven vertical supports.

Kelly Says

While hexastyle (six columns) and octastyle (eight columns) buildings survive, heptastyle structures are rare—seven is an unlucky architectural number apparently!

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