Tusculum
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About Our Definitions: All forms of a word (noun, verb, etc.) are now displayed on one page.Tus·cu·lum
geographical name \ˈtəs-kyə-ləm, -kə-\Definition of TUSCULUM
ancient town Italy in Lazio SE of Rome
Tusculum
(Concise Encyclopedia)Ancient town, Latium, Italy. Located near Rome, it was a Latin settlement as early as the 1st millennium BC and probably was under the influence of the Etruscans. It was a favourite resort of wealthy Romans (1st century BC–4th century AD), and it was the home of orator Marcus Tullius Cicero. Tourist attractions include a Roman forum, a 2nd-century amphitheatre, and a medieval castle.
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