Caracalla

[kar-uh-kal-uh]

noun

Marcus Aurelius Antoninus Bassianus, a.d. 188–217, Roman emperor 211–217.

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Examples from the Web for caracalla

Caracalla scarcely glanced at the face of the daring girl, but he saw how pale she had turned.
A Thorny Path [Per Aspera], Complete|Georg Ebers
As soon as Macrinus had mounted the throne the persecution of those who had roused the ire of the unhappy Caracalla was at an end.
A Thorny Path [Per Aspera], Complete|Georg Ebers
Caracalla was standing near a pillar at the window whence he might see without being seen.
A Thorny Path [Per Aspera], Complete|Georg Ebers
Not that he needs her consent: whose consent or disapproval does Caracalla care for?
A Thorny Path [Per Aspera], Complete|Georg Ebers

When Caracalla left the balcony, Melissa drew back from the window.
A Thorny Path [Per Aspera], Complete|Georg Ebers

British Dictionary definitions for caracalla

Caracalla

noun

real name Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, original name Bassianus. 188–217 ad, Roman emperor (211–17): ruled with cruelty and extravagance; assassinated

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