thecae

Meanings

• noun

  In ancient Roman architecture, a theca is a covering or casing for a statue or other object.

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Variants

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theca , thecae , thecal

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Etymology

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From Latin theca, 'a box, case, chest'.

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Trivia

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1. Thecae were often decorated with intricate designs and were considered works of art in their own right.

2. Thecae were used not only for statues, but also for other objects such as urns and sarcophagi.

3. Thecae were sometimes used as votive offerings in temples and other religious sites.

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1. Casemate: A military structure consisting of a series of interconnected rooms or chambers, often used as living quarters or storage spaces. The name comes from the Latin word for 'box' or 'chest'. Thecae were used in ancient Roman fortifications as casemates to protect soldiers and supplies.

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Thecae were used in ancient Rome to protect and decorate statues and other valuable objects. They were often made of marble or bronze and were intricately decorated with reliefs, sculptures, and inscriptions.

How to Memorize "thecae"

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   - Imagine a large, ornate box or case used to protect and display a valuable statue or object.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'theca' with the idea of protection and preservation.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'theca' as 'the case for a treasure'.

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