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laconicum

Pronunciation: /ləˈkɒnɪkəm/

Definition of laconicum

noun (plural laconica)

  • a room in an ancient Roman baths used for hot-air or steam baths.

Origin:

Latin, neuter of Laconicus 'Laconic', this type of room being first used by the Spartans