What does pretorium mean?
Definitions for pretorium
pre·to·ri·um
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Princeton's WordNet
praetorium, pretoriumnoun
the tent of an ancient Roman general
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pretorium
A pretorium, also known as praetorium, is a term used in ancient Rome to describe the headquarters or residence of a Roman official such as a governor or a military commander. It typically housed administrative and judicial offices. The term is also used in Christianity to refer to the residence of Pontius Pilate, where Jesus was judged.
Webster Dictionary
Pretoriumnoun
the general's tent in a Roman camp; hence, a council of war, because held in the general's tent
Pretoriumnoun
the official residence of a governor of a province; hence, a place; a splendid country seat
Etymology: [L. praetorium, fr. praetor.]
Military Dictionary and Gazetteer
pretorium
The hall or court where the pretor lived and administered justice. It also denoted the tent of the Roman general, in which councils of war were held. The place where the pretorian guards were quartered or lodged, was likewise called pretorium.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of pretorium in Chaldean Numerology is: 3
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of pretorium in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9
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