πύλη

Ancient Greek

Etymology

Of uncertain origin. Probably a Pre-Greek loan, like many other architectural terms.

Pronunciation

 

Noun

πῠ́λη (púlē) f (genitive πῠ́λης); first declension

  1. A wing of gates.
  2. A gate, door.
    Synonym: θύρα (thúra)
  3. An entrance, orifice.

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Greek

Etymology

From Ancient Greek πύλη (púlē).

Noun

πύλη (pýli) f (plural πύλες)

  1. gate, portal
  2. (computing) portal

Declension

Synonyms

  • θύρα f (thýra)
  • εξώπορτα f (exóporta)

Further reading

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