Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vomitoria
noun
/ˌvɒmɪˈtɔːriə/
Definition
Ancient Roman structures used for the rapid egress of large crowds from theatres or amphitheaters.
Examples
- The Colosseum in Rome featured numerous vomitoria, allowing thousands of spectators to exit swiftly after an event.
- Visitors were fascinated by how the vomitoria functioned to manage the large crowds in ancient theaters.
Meaning
Vomitoria refers specifically to the exits in these venues that allowed spectators to leave quickly, preventing congestion during events.
Synonyms
- exits
- outlets
- egresses
