centumvir en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /sɛnˈtʌm.və/ (UK)
- /sɛnˈtʌm.vəɹ/ (US)
Etymology
From Latin centumvir.
Meanings
- (Ancient-Rome, historical) One of a court of about 100 judges chosen to try civil suits. Under the Empire the court was increased to 180, and met usually in four sections.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| centumviri | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| centumvirs | Number=Plur | lexicographic |