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quirites (n. pl.)
Roman citizens.
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Roman citizens.
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In the Roman Republic, the term "quirites" denoted male citizens who had full legal rights.
The Quirites were considered the ultimate authority in matters of governance and policy.
Marcus Cicero's famous oration, "Pro Quiritum," was addressed to the Quirites of Rome.
During the Punic Wars, the Quirites bravely fought against Hannibal's army.
