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saturnalian


Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to or celebrating the god Saturn, especially during the Saturnalia festival.


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saturnalia , saturnalian , saturnalianly , saturnalias
Etymology
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Derived from the name of the Roman god Saturn.


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  1. The Saturnalia festival was also a time for gift-giving.

  2. The word 'Saturn' comes from the Latin word 'Saturnus'.


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  1. Roman mythology: Saturn was the god of agriculture, wealth, and liberation, and was often depicted as carrying a scythe and a cornucopia.


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The Saturnalian festival was a ancient Roman celebration of agriculture and the god Saturn. It was held in December and was marked by the reversal of normal social roles, where slaves were allowed to dine with their masters and gamble and drink freely.

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