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torii

/toh-ree/ noun · British & US
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What does torii mean?

noun

A gate in the form of two large vertical pillars topped by a horizontal beam, typically found in front of a Shinto shrine in Japan.

Example

"The torii stood at the entrance to the serene Shinto temple, its vibrant vermilion color a striking contrast to the surrounding greenery."

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