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DictionarypantheonRoman temple
proper noun

pantheon

An ancient temple in Rome later used as a church.

Visitors enter the Pantheon through its columned portico.

Etymology
panGreekall
+theonGreekgod

The name combines all with god. It identifies the Roman building through its traditional association with all the gods before its later conversion into a church.

More examples

  • Sunlight enters the Pantheon through the opening in its dome.
  • Our walking tour of Rome includes the Pantheon.
  • The guide explains how the Pantheon became a church.

Forms

pantheon