plural of nunchion

(Catholicism) Synonym of Poor Clare: a nun of the Order of Saint Clare, sometimes particularly such a nun who followed the original rules of Saint Clare of Assisi.

A dais, pulpit, or similar platform for a speaker, conductor, or other performer. / A platform for a film or television camera. / The projecting prow of a rowed warship, such as a trireme.

Relating to the spleen and the stomach.