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Cato, Marcus Porcius

Pronunciation: /ˈkeɪtəʊ/

Definition of Cato, Marcus Porcius
  • (234–149 bc), Roman statesman, orator, and writer; known as Cato the Elder or Cato the Censor. As censor he initiated a vigorous programme of reform, and attempted to stem the growing influence of Greek culture.

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