naumachia
naumachia
Definition
nau·ma·chia (nô mā′kē ə)
noun pl. -·chias or -·chiae′-ē′
- in ancient Rome, a mock sea battle
- a place constructed for this
Etymology: L < Gr naus, ship (see navy) + machē, battle
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