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luculus

/ˈluː.kjʊ.ləs/

Traduction: Nom propre désignant un général romain du Ier siècle av. J.-C., célèbre pour ses banquets luxueux et extravagants. Par extension, évoque le luxe, la profusion et la grande gastronomie.

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C2formalcommon/ˈluː.kjʊ.ləs/

indénombrable · nom propre

A proper noun referring to a Roman general from the 1st century BC, renowned for his extravagant and luxurious banquets.

  • 🇫🇷Nom propre désignant un général romain du Ier siècle av. J.-C., célèbre pour ses banquets luxueux et extravagants. Par extension, évoque le luxe, la profusion et la grande gastronomie.
  1. Roman general and gourmet C2 formal

    A Roman general and politician known for his extravagant and luxurious banquets, which gave rise to the term 'Lucullan' meaning lavish or sumptuous.

    • Luculus was renowned for hosting feasts that included exotic dishes and fine wines.
    • The term 'Lucullan' is derived from his name, describing any meal of exceptional luxury.
    • Historians often cite Luculus as a symbol of opulence in ancient Rome.

    🇫🇷Lucullus, général et gourmet romain