n. [ Gr. pygh` the rump + &unr_; a pillar. ] (Anat.) The plate of bone which forms the posterior end of the vertebral column in most birds; the plowshare bone; the vomer. It is formed by the union of a number of the last caudal vertebræ, and supports the uropigium. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. [ L. prostylus, Gr. &unr_;; &unr_; before + &unr_; pillar, column: cf. F. prostyle. ] (Arch.) Having columns in front. -- n. A prostyle portico or building. [ 1913 Webster ]
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a. [ L. prostylus, Gr. &unr_;; &unr_; before + &unr_; pillar, column: cf. F. prostyle. ] (Arch.) Having columns in front. -- n. A prostyle portico or building. [ 1913 Webster ]