tibur
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- An ancient town: Tibur is the ancient name for a town located approximately twenty miles east of Rome. It was known as a summer resort during the time of the Roman Empire and was famous for its waterfalls.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The wealthy Romans often traveled to Tibur to escape the summer heat of the city.
- The poet Horace famously wrote about his villa in Tibur.
Advanced Usage
- Historical/Literary Context: The name "Tibur" is primarily used in historical, archaeological, or classical literary contexts to refer to the ancient settlement.
- The ruins of Hadrian's Villa are located near ancient Tibur.
Variants and Related Words
- Tivoli: The modern Italian name for the town that was historically called Tibur.
- Today, Tivoli is a popular tourist destination for its historic sites and gardens.
Synonyms
- Tivoli (modern equivalent)
Notes on Meaning
- This word has a single, specific meaning as a historical place name. It is not used in contemporary English outside of references to classical antiquity. Its usage is almost exclusively academic or historical.
Noun
- a town twenty miles to the east of Rome (Tibur is the ancient name); a summer resort during the Roman empire; noted for its waterfalls