balteus

[ bal-tee-uhs, bawl- ]

noun,plural bal·te·i

[bal-tee-ahy, bawl-]. /ˈbæl tiˌaɪ, ˈbɔl-/.

(on an Ionic capital) the horizontal band connecting the volutes on either side.
(in an ancient Roman amphitheater) a horizontal walk dividing upper and lower tiers.

Origin of balteus

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First recorded in 1720–30; from Latin: literally, “belt, girdle,” said by the Romans to be of Etruscan origin

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How to use balteus in a sentence

The Latin balteus and balteum are, I believe, the origin of the word.
The Eagle's Nest | John Ruskin
Under the balteus which I fastened around you is a sharp dagger.
A Christian But a Roman | Mr Jkai

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