Labarum
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈlæbəɹəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Labarum is a noun meaning The Roman military standard adopted by Constantine I. The banner was known for its Christian chi-rho sign - ☧.
Meaning
The Roman military standard adopted by Constantine I. The banner was known for its Christian chi-rho sign - ☧.
Example Sentences
1658: Nor shall we urge the labarum, and famous Standard of Constantine, or make further use thereof, than as the first Letters in the Name of our Saviour Christ — Sir Thomas Browne, The Garden of Cyrus (Folio Society 2007, p. 168)
Word Forms
- labara
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bandrol, paludamentum, balteus, gonfalon, tabard, pale.
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