Nave, the principal or central division of a Gothic Church, extending from the west end to the entrance of the Choir. p. [64].
Oriel, a window projecting from the face of the wall, frequently resting on brackets.
Pendant, a sculptured ornament hanging from a Gothic roof. In the latest or Perpendicular style the pendants are sculptured in the most delicate manner and form the Keystones of the roof, taking the place of the bosses. p. [106].
Pier-Arches, arches supported on piers (or pillars) between the centre and side aisles. p. [110].
Pyx, a gold or silver circular vessel in which the Eucharistic wafer was reserved before the Reformation for communicating the sick. The term is also used sometimes, for a casket in which relics are kept; or for boxes in which deeds are preserved. p. [22].
Reredos, the screen at the back of the Altar. p. [15].
Rood, the Holy Rood, or Crucifix. A cross with the figure of our Saviour upon it. p. [52].
Rose-Window, a circular window, called also a Catherine-wheel, or a Marigold window. p. [13].
Sacrarium, the part of a temple where the sacred things were deposited. At Westminster, the wide space within the Altar rails. p. [15].
String-course, a projecting line of mouldings running horizontally along the face of a building, frequently under the windows. p. [115].