orthostat en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈoɹ.θəˌstæt/
Etymology
Ancient Greek ὀρθοστάτης (orthostátēs, “upright shaft”); analysable as ortho- + -stat.
Meanings
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An upright stone or slab, especially one which is part of a larger structure.
Near-synonyms: menhir, standing stone
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| orthostates | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| orthostats | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| orthostate | alternative | lexicographic |
Coordinates
Hypernyms
megalith · rock · stone · monolith
Relateds
orthostasis · orthostatism · orthostatic hypotension