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Ostia

Syllabification: (Os·tia)
Pronunciation: /ˈästēə/
Definition of Ostia
  • an ancient city and harbor that was situated on the western coast of Italy at the mouth of the Tiber River. It was the first colony founded by ancient Rome and was a major port and commercial center.

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