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decuman in a sentence

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Definition

Decuman: a principal street or road in ancient Roman towns and military camps, typically oriented east-west.

Sample Sentences

  1. The decuman line of the ancient Roman town was meticulously preserved for archeological studies.
  2. In the layout of the Roman military camps, the decuman often served as the main east-west thoroughfare.
  3. During the excavation, archaeologists discovered a decuman that had been lined with impressive stone structures.
  4. The decuman axis played a crucial role in urban planning during the Roman Empire.
  5. Visitors to the historic site were fascinated by the remnants of the decuman, which hinted at the city's former grandeur.

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