Meaning of spolia opima | Babel Free
Definitions
The spoils taken by a Roman general from an opponent commander, originally after single combat.
historical, plural, plural-only
Equivalents
Suomi
sotasaalis
Français
dépouilles opimes
Examples
“The victor having won the Spolia Opima, granted him his life, on condition, that he would on his knees supplicate his pardon […].”
“He demanded his body therefore, and the spolia opima taken with him.”
“Within Augustus' new forum, which was dedicated in 2, the spolia opima also played a central role.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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