balteus
Americannoun
PLURAL
baltei-
(on an Ionic capital) the horizontal band connecting the volutes on either side.
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(in an ancient Roman amphitheater) a horizontal walk dividing upper and lower tiers.
Etymology
Origin of balteus
First recorded in 1720–30; from Latin: literally, “belt, girdle,” said by the Romans to be of Etruscan origin
Example Sentences
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The ROG Balteus is Asus’ latest mousing surface.
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Aside from the added features, the ROG Balteus also ditches the regular landscape design for a taller portrait layout.
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Technically, the ROG Balteus isn’t the first mouse pad to include a Qi charger.
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There are actually two versions of the ROG Balteus: a standard version that features the 15 LED lights, and an upgraded model that adds the aforementioned Qi wireless charger to the top right corner of the mouse pad so you can charge your phone directly at your computer.
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No pricing or release date has been announced for the ROG Balteus, but Asus says that it should be available “soon.”
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