Definitions for: Nave


[n] the central area of a church



Webster (1913) Definition: Nave (n[=a]v), n. [AS. nafu; akin to D. naaf, G. nabe,
OHG. naba, Icel. n["o]f, Dan. nav, Sw. naf, Skr. n[=a]bhi
nave and navel: cf. L. umbo boss of a shield. [root]260. Cf.
Navel.]
1. The block in the center of a wheel, from which the spokes
radiate, and through which the axle passes; -- called also
hub or hob.

2. The navel. [Obs.] --hak.


Nave, n. [F. nef, fr. L. navis ship, to which the church
was often likened; akin to Gr. nay`archo`s, Skr. n[=a]us, and
perh. to AS. naca boat, G. nachen, Icel. n["o]kkvi; cf. L.
nare to swim, float. Cf. Nausea, Nautical, Naval.]
(Arch.)
The middle or body of a church, extending from the transepts
to the principal entrances, or, if there are no transepts,
from the choir to the principal entrance, but not including
the aisles.

See Also: area, church, church building

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