torana

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torana - Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 :

  Toran \To"ran\, Torana \To"ra*na\, n. [Skr. t[=o]ra[.n]a an
     arch, a gate.] (Indian Arch.)
     A gateway, commonly of wood, but sometimes of stone,
     consisting of two upright pillars carrying one to three
     transverse lintels. It is often minutely carved with symbolic
     sculpture, and serves as a monumental approach to a Buddhist
     temple.
     [Webster 1913 Suppl.]