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Palestra Definition & Meaning

palestra
noun
  1. a public place in ancient Greece or Rome devoted to the training of wrestlers and other athletes

"Palestra" in song lyrics

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  • "the palestra"
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Frequently asked questions

What does palestra mean?
a public place in ancient Greece or Rome devoted to the training of wrestlers and other athletes
What part of speech is palestra?
Palestra is a noun.

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