vittae

Meanings

• noun

  A small coin or token, especially one used in ancient Rome as a reward for military service or as a symbol of office or rank.

  - "Soldiers were rewarded with vittae for their service."
  - "The emperor bestowed vittae upon his loyal subjects."

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Variants

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vitta , vittae , vittas

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Etymology

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From Latin vitium, a defect, and thus a small reward given to soldiers for correcting a defect in the ranks.

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Trivia

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1. Vittae were often distributed during triumphal processions, where the victorious general would ride in a chariot and throw coins to the crowds.

2. The word 'vittae' is also found in the plural form 'vittae' in Latin, meaning 'bellybands' or 'girdles'.

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1. Military rewards: Vittae were one type of military reward in ancient Rome, along with other forms such as land grants, citizenship, and honors.

2. Coinage: Vittae were a type of coin used in ancient Rome, and their design and value varied over time.

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Culture

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In ancient Rome, vittae were used as rewards for military service, symbolizing recognition and honor. They were often made of bronze or silver and were inscribed with the name of the emperor or the military unit.

How to Memorize "vittae"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a small bronze or silver coin with an inscription on it. Imagine the coin being awarded to a soldier for their service.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'vittae' with the idea of military rewards and recognition.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Vittae for Victory' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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