pretorium (Meaning)
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pretorium (n)
the tent of an ancient Roman general
Synonyms & Antonyms of pretorium
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pretorium Sentence Examples
- The Roman commander established his headquarters at the Praetorium, a fortified complex used for military administration.
- Within the Praetorium, soldiers guarded the general's quarters and the treasury.
- Pontius Pilate summoned Jesus to the Praetorium for a trial, as recorded in the New Testament.
- The Praetorium in Jerusalem was used as a barracks for Roman troops and a base for their operations in Judea.
- After the Battle of Cannae, the Praetorian Guard protected the Roman general, Hannibal, in his headquarters.
- The Praetorium in Caesarea was the seat of Roman governance in the province of Judea.
- The ruins of the Praetorium in Pompeii provide insights into ancient Roman military architecture.
- The Praetorian Prefect was the commander of the Praetorian Guard, an elite unit that protected the Roman emperor.
- In the Praetorium, military officers planned campaigns, received orders, and conducted training exercises.
- The Praetorium served as a symbol of Roman authority in conquered territories.
FAQs About the word pretorium
the tent of an ancient Roman general
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The Roman commander established his headquarters at the Praetorium, a fortified complex used for military administration.
Within the Praetorium, soldiers guarded the general's quarters and the treasury.
Pontius Pilate summoned Jesus to the Praetorium for a trial, as recorded in the New Testament.
The Praetorium in Jerusalem was used as a barracks for Roman troops and a base for their operations in Judea.
