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Doric Order
see synonyms of doric orderNoun
1. dorian order, doric order
the oldest and simplest of the Greek orders and the only one that normally has no base
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Doric Order
see synonyms of doric ordern.
1. The oldest and simplest of the three main orders of classical Greek architecture, characterized by heavy fluted columns with plain, saucer-shaped capitals and no base.
2. A Roman order of similar design but with the addition of a base.
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