vomitory

Meanings

• noun

  A large open-mouthed vessel or receptacle for holding or discharging a liquid or other substance, especially one used in ancient Rome for the disposal of waste matter.

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Synonyms

emetic , vomitive , vomitorium , vomitive

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Variants

List of all variants of vomitory that leads to same result
vomitories , vomitory

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Etymology

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From Latin vomitorium, from vomitus, vomit.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'vomitorium' is also used in modern architecture and design to refer to a large opening or passageway.

2. The word 'vomitorium' comes from the Latin word 'vomitus', which means 'vomit'.

3. In ancient Rome, vomitoria were often decorated with intricate frescoes and mosaics.

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Related Concepts

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1. Ancient Roman amphitheater: A large open-air structure used for public spectacles such as gladiatorial contests, mock sea battles, and other forms of entertainment.

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Culture

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In ancient Roman amphitheaters and theaters, vomitoria were large openings in the walls that led to the seating areas, allowing large crowds to enter and exit quickly and efficiently.

How to Memorize "vomitory"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, open-mouthed vessel or receptacle, like a large drain or a large opening in a wall.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of a large, open-mired vessel or receptacle, or with the ancient Roman amphitheater.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Vomitorium, a large room to dispose of waste, quick and efficient, like a drain, in ancient Rome it was the gate.'

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