pretorium en · NOUN
Etymology
From Latin praetorium, from praetor.
Meanings
- (historical) The general's tent in an Ancient Roman camp.
- (broadly) A council of war.
- (historical) The official residence of the Ancient Roman praetor, proconsul, or governor in a province.
- (broadly, dated) A splendid country seat.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| praetorium | alternative | lexicographic | |
| pretoriums | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| prætorium | alternative | lexicographic |