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toga virilis

/ˈtoʊɡə vɪˈraɪlɪs/

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/ˈtoʊɡə vɪˈraɪlɪs/formalobsolete
  • ruЛатинский термин, обозначающий белую тогу, которую надевали римские мальчики по достижении совершеннолетия, обычно в возрасте 14-17 лет, символизирующую их переход к взрослой жизни и гражданству.

A Latin term referring to the white toga worn by Roman boys upon reaching manhood, typically around age 14-17, symbolizing their transition to adulthood and citizenship.

  1. Garment of manhoodC2formal

    A white toga worn by Roman boys upon reaching puberty, symbolizing their transition to adulthood and citizenship.

    ruОдеяние мужественности

    • The ceremony of the toga virilis marked the boy's entry into Roman society.
    • He donned the toga virilis at the age of fourteen.
    • The toga virilis was a significant rite of passage in ancient Rome.