collutoria

/ko.lu.torˈi.a/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of ancient Roman ceremony, typically performed on the ninth day after a birth, where the newborn’s hair was shaved and the family would make offerings to the gods.

“The archaeologist studied the remnants of a collutoria ceremony to gain insight into ancient Roman rituals.”

Synonyms

  • ceremony
  • rite
  • ritual

Antonyms

  • abomination
  • atrocity