coelarium

/koʊˈlɛəriəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of chamber or cavity in the body, especially in the skull.

“The paleontologist carefully examined the fossilized coelarium to understand its evolutionary significance.”

2. noun

In ancient Rome, a type of public toilet or latrine.

“The historian wrote about the coelarium located near the Roman Forum, which was a notorious gathering place.”

Synonyms

  • cavity
  • chamber

Antonyms

  • solid
  • whole