Definition of "apse"
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A semicircular projection from a building, especially the rounded east end of a church that contains the altar.
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The bishop's seat or throne in ancient churches.
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A reliquary, or case in which the relics of saints were kept.
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The nearest and furthest points to the centre of gravitational attraction for a body in orbit. More usually called an apsis.
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