Pax Romana

(ˈpæks rəʊˈmɑːnə)

(Historical Terms) the Roman peace; the long period of stability under the Roman Empire

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Pax Ro•ma•na

(ˈpæks roʊˈmeɪ nə, -ˈmɑ-, ˈpɑks)
n.

the peace imposed by ancient Rome on its dominions.

[1880–85; < Latin: Roman peace]

Pax Romana

- An uneasy peace, as one imposed by a powerful state on a weaker or vanquished state.

See also related terms for imposed.

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Pax Romana - the Roman peace; the long period of peace enforced on states in the Roman Empire

peace - the state prevailing during the absence of war

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