Emeritum
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪˈmɛɹɪtəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Emeritum is a noun meaning (Ancient Roman history) A bounty awarded to a soldier upon the completion of his term of service.
Meaning
(Ancient Roman history) A bounty awarded to a soldier upon the completion of his term of service.
Example Sentences
At the expiration of the term of service, the soldiers received a bounty or donation in land or money, which was sometimes called emeritum; those who had served their time out being also called emeriti.
Word Forms
- emerita
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include emeritus, exuviae, bountyhed, empery, mercenarian, entertainment.
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