What is another word for transept?
Pronunciation: [tɹansˈɛpt] (IPA) 
A transept is a crosswise part of a church or cathedral that runs perpendicular to the nave or main body of the building. Synonyms for the word transept include cross aisle, transeptal aisle, cross-arm, and crossway. These terms refer to the same architectural feature of a church, each emphasizing its location in the building, namely crossing the nave and forming a right angle. Transepts often have their own altars or chapels at their ends, and they may be used for special ceremonies or processions. Regardless of the terminology used to describe them, transepts are an essential component of many ecclesiastical structures.
