pretorium

noun — 4 senses

pretorium

noun

Etymology From Latin praetorium, from praetor.

1

Historical The general's tent in an Ancient Roman camp.

2

Broadly A council of war.

3

Historical The official residence of the Ancient Roman praetor, proconsul, or governor in a province.

4

Broadly, Dated A splendid country seat.

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