vomitoria
/vɒmɪˈtɔːriə/Definitions
1. noun
A passageway or tunnel in ancient Roman amphitheatres where spectators would exit the arena quickly after a contest or performance, typically found on the upper tier of the amphitheatre.
“The vomitoria in the ancient Roman amphitheatre allowed the spectators to exit quickly after the gladiatorial contest.”
2. noun
A passage or opening that allows something to be released or expelled.
“The vomitoria of the volcano allowed the hot gases to escape.”