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valetudinaria

 

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Valetudinaria

Description

Valetudinaria refers to a plural noun that originated from the Latin word "valetudinarius," meaning "sickly." It refers to a place or building, especially in ancient Rome, that was used as a hospital or infirmary for treating the sick or injured.


Senses and Usages

Sense 1: Place or Building

In this sense, valetudinaria is used to refer to a hospital or infirmary, particularly in ancient Rome.

Example:
Soldiers wounded in battle were taken to the valetudinaria for medical treatment.

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