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VOMITORIUM [1 record]

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Record 1 2003-07-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Architectural Design
  • Showplaces and Facilities (Performing Arts)
DEF

A passage or opening in an ancient amphitheatre or theatre, leading to or from the seats.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Conception architecturale
  • Salles et installations de spectacles
DEF

Large passage qui permettait un accès facile aux différents étages et gradins dans les théâtres et amphithéâtres et qui facilitait la sortie des spectateurs.

CONT

Les spectateurs pénétraient dans le Colisée par 80 Vomitorium qui permettaient de le remplir ou de l'évacuer assez rapidement.

Spanish

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