naumachy

Nau´ma`chy    (nạ´må`kŷ)

n.	1.	A naval battle; esp., a mock sea fight put on by the ancient Romans.
	2.	(Rom. Antiq.) A show or spectacle representing a sea fight; also, a place for such exhibitions.

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naumachia, naumachy

1. a mock sea fight, as in ancient Rome.
2. the flooded arena where such fights were conducted.

See also: War

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1. a mock sea fight, as in ancient Rome.
2. the place where such fights were conducted.

See also: Ships

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Noun

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naumachy - a naval spectacle; a mock sea battle put on by the ancient Romans naumachia spectacle - an elaborate and remarkable display on a lavish scale