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Ch. 9 History Vocab.
Term | Definition |
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vault | curved structure of stone or concrete forming a ceiling or roof. |
satire | work that pokes fun at human weaknesses. |
ode | poem that expresses strong emotions about life. |
anatomy | the study of body structure. |
Forum | open space in Rome that served as a marketplace and public square. |
gladiator | in ancient Rome, a person who fought animals and other people as public entertainment. |
paterfamilias | "father of the family"; name for the father as head of the household in ancient Rome. |
rhetoric | public speaking. |
plague | disease that spreads quickly and kills many people. |
inflation | period of rapidly increasing prices. |
barter | to exchange goods without using money. |
reform | change that tries to bring about an improvement. |
mosaic | picture made from many bits of colored glass, tile, or stone. |
saint | Christian holy person. |
regent | person who acts as a temporary ruler. |