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Porphyry
Übersetzung von "porphyry" ins Russisch
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porphyry
Substantiv
UK
/ˈpɔːfəri/
US
/ˈpɔrfəri/
A type of igneous rock consisting of large-grained crystals, such as feldspar or quartz, dispersed in a fine-grained silicate-rich matrix or groundmass.
The ancient Romans often used porphyry for sculptures and architectural elements due to its durability and striking appearance.
A reddish-purple variety of this rock, historically valued for its color and used in imperial Roman architecture and sculpture.
The columns in the basilica were made of porphyry, giving the structure a regal and majestic look.
porphyry
Adjektiv
UK
/ˈpɔːfəri/
US
/ˈpɔrfəri/
Made of or containing porphyry rock.
The cathedral’s porphyry altar gleamed under the candlelight.
Of a reddish-purple colour resembling that of porphyry.
She chose a porphyry fabric for the drapes.
Porphyry
Eigenname
A 3rd-century Neoplatonist philosopher from Tyre, a disciple of Plotinus noted for his works on Aristotle and philosophy.
Porphyry argued against the Christians in his treatise ‘Against the Christians’.