SINCE 1828
curule
adjective
cu·rule
| \ ˈkyu̇r-ˌül
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Definition of curule
1
: relating to or being a high-ranking dignitary of ancient Rome entitled to occupy a special chair
2
: of, relating to, or being a chair or seat reserved for Romans of high rank that resembles a backless stool with curved legs
also
: of, relating to, or being a 19th century seat with legs of a similar style
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