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Lateran [ˈlætərən]

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1. (Christianity / Roman Catholic Church) Also called Lateran palace a palace in Rome, formerly the official residence of the popes

2. (Christianity / Roman Catholic Church) any of five ecumenical councils held in this palace between 1123 and 1512

3. (Christianity / Roman Catholic Church) the basilica of Saint John Lateran, the cathedral church of Rome

[from Latin: the district is named after the ancient Roman family Plautii Laterani]

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Lateran - the site in Rome containing the church of Rome and the Lateran Palace Lateran Palace - a palace that served as the residence of the popes until the 14th century capital of Italy, Eternal City, Italian capital, Rome, Roma - capital and largest city of Italy; on the Tiber; seat of the Roman Catholic Church; formerly the capital of the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire