cubiculum

/kyuːbɪˈkjʊləm/

Definitions

1. noun

A small room or chamber, especially in a ancient Roman house.

“The archaeologists discovered a cubiculum in the ruins of the ancient Roman villa.”

2. noun

A sleeping chamber or bedroom.

“In ancient Roman culture, the cubiculum was often located on the upper floor of a house.”

Synonyms

  • chamber
  • room

Antonyms

  • corridor
  • hall