| NOUN | act | secular games, Ludi Saeculares | the centennial rites and games of ancient Rome that marked the commencement of a new generation (100 years representing the longest life in a generation) |
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| Meaning | The centennial rites and games of ancient Rome that marked the commencement of a new generation (100 years representing the longest life in a generation); observances may have begun as early as the 5th century BC and lasted well into the Christian era. | |
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| Synonym | Ludi Saeculares | |
| Broader | celebration, festivity | Any joyous diversion |
| Usage of | plural, plural form | The form of a word that is used to denote more than one |
| Catalan | jocs seculars, Ludi Saeculares | |
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