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Webster 1913 Edition


Systyle

Sys′tyle

,
Adj.
[L.
systylos
, Gr.
σύν
with columns standing close;
σύν
with + [GREEK] a column: cf. F.
systyle
.]
(Arch.)
Having a space equal to two diameters or four modules between two columns; – said of a portico or building. See
Intercolumniation
.
–
Noun.
A systyle temple or other edifice.

Webster 1828 Edition


Systyle

SYS'TYLE

,
Noun.
[Gr. with or together, and a column.] In architecture, the manner of placing columns, where the place between the two shafts consists of two diameters or four modules.