vomitoria (Q23861)
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(Latin; sing. vomitorium: literally a means of spitting out or vomiting theatre visitors). Vaulted passageways leading to or from the theatre
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | vomitoria | (Latin; sing. vomitorium: literally a means of spitting out or vomiting theatre visitors). Vaulted passageways leading to or from the theatre |
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vomitoria (English)
Latin sing. vomitorium literally a means of spitting out or vomiting theatre visitors. Vaulted passageways leading to or from the theatre seating. The vomitoria connected to the lateral cryptae under the cavea forming an efficient network of exits and entrances for the audience."" (English)
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