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Pompeii
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Eumachia. | High priestess of the imperial cult. Building named after her. |
| Basilica. | Town hall including the law courts. |
| Thermae. | Baths. |
| Decumanus. | Main road on an east to west axis. |
| Macellum. | Central provision market of the Pompeian forum. |
| Ampitheatre. | Oval shaped arena used mainly for bloodsports |
| Palestra. | Gymnasium for athletics. |
| Forum. | Public square of a Roman city that was both the centre of business and justice and also a market place. |
| Via. | Roads. |
| Insulae. | City blocks isolated by 4 streets. Within regions of the cities |