Triptychon
triptych
noun TRIP-tue-khon Rare
Origin: from Greek triptychos, threefold
Usage Note
Triptychon is a three-panel work, often an altarpiece with hinged wings. It is neuter; the learned plural is Triptychen. A two-panel work is a Diptychon.
Examples
"Das mittlere Bild des Triptychons zeigt die Kreuzigung."
Natural Translation
The central image of the triptych shows the crucifixion.
Literal Translation
The middle picture of-the triptych shows the crucifixion.
Related Words
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- Aktmalerei nude painting; figure painting
- Aktmodell life model; nude model (for drawing or painting)
- Aktzeichnung life drawing, figure drawing (of the nude)
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