Nave (noun)

The central area of a church, usually dome-shaped, where the congregation sits.

Origin:

From old french, from latin navis 'ship', from proto-indo-european *náuis.

Examples:

1. The nave of the cathedral was filled with light from the stained-glass windows.
2. The congregation gathered in the nave for the morning service.
3. The walls of the nave were decorated with frescoes.
4. The nave was the most spacious part of the church, providing ample room for the faithful.
5. The nave of the church was designed to be a symbol of heaven, with its high dome and bright light.