HyperDic: tribune

English > 2 senses of the word tribune:
NOUNperson tribune(ancient Rome) an official elected by the plebeians to protect their interests
artifacttribunethe apse of a Christian church that contains the bishop's throne
tribune > pronunciation
Soundstrih'byuwn
Rhymesafternoon ... Witherspoon: 64 rhymes with uwn...
English > tribune: 2 senses > noun 1, person
Meaning(ancient Rome) an official elected by the plebeians to protect their interests.
CategoryantiquityThe historic period preceding the Middle Ages in Europe
RegionRome, Roma, Eternal City, Italian capital, capital of ItalyCapital and largest city of Italy
Broaderdefender, guardian, protector, shielderA person who cares for persons or property
Spanishtribuno
Catalantribú
English > tribune: 2 senses > noun 2, artifact
MeaningThe apse of a Christian church that contains the bishop's throne.
Broaderapse, apsisA domed or vaulted recess or projection on a building especially the east end of a church
Spanishtribuna
Catalantribuna

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