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Definition of Impluvium
1. n. In Roman dwellings, a cistern or tank, set in the atrium or peristyle to recieve the water from the roof, by means of the compluvium; generally made ornamental with flowers and works of art around its birm.
Definition of Impluvium
1. Noun. (architecture) A low basin in the center of a household atrium, into which rainwater flowed down from the roof through the compluvium. ¹
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Definition of Impluvium
1. a rain water receptacle in Roman houses [n IMPLUVIA]
Medical Definition of Impluvium
1. In Roman dwellings, a cistern or tank, set in the atrium or peristyle to recieve the water from the roof, by means of the compluvium; generally made ornamental with flowers and works of art around its birm. Origin: L, fr. Impluere to rain into; pref. Im- in + pluere to rain. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)
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