PERRON


Meaning of PERRON in English

[ 'pɛrən ]

■ noun Architecture an exterior set of steps and a platform at the main entrance to a large building such as a church or mansion.

Origin

ME: from OFr., lit. 'large stone', from L. petra 'stone'.

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