curule
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- noun
- /ˈkjʊrul/
- Archaic
- Historians believe the curule symbolized authority and power in ancient Rome.
- curule chair
Examples
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The curule chair was a symbol of authority in ancient Rome.
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The museum displayed a rare curule that once belonged to a Roman consul.
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A beautifully restored curule was the centerpiece of the archaeological exhibit.
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Many curules were adorned with intricate designs.
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In ancient Rome, magistrates would often be seen sitting in a curule chair during important ceremonies.
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The curule chair, with its distinctive curved legs, symbolized the authority of high-ranking officials in ancient Rome.
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At the historical reenactment, the actor portrayed a senator seated in a curule chair to emphasize his status.
Synonyms
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A special decorated chair used in ceremonies for a ruler or other important person
Surface Forms
Etymology
Curule comes from the Latin curulis, originally the name for the low folding 'chair' used by top Roman officials, and one idea ties curulis to the old Latin word for 'chariot', an ancestor of English car. So, a curule is that special 'chair', and it was a clear sign of authority in ancient Rome.