vomtoria

/vɒmɪˈtɔːriə/

Definitions

1. noun

A passageway or tunnel, especially one leading from a theater or amphitheater to the outside, where spectators could quickly leave without disturbing other audience members.

“The ancient Roman vomitoria were designed to accommodate large crowds.”

2. noun

A person who vomits, especially in a sudden or forceful manner.

“After the night of heavy drinking, he became a vomitoria to the bathroom.”

Synonyms

  • emergent
  • exit
  • passageway
  • tunnel

Antonyms

  • entrance
  • entranceway