Associations to the word «Vespasian»

Wiktionary

VESPASIAN, proper noun. A Roman cognomen, notably borne by Titus Flavius Vespasianus, the Roman emperor from AD 69 to 79
VESPASIAN, proper noun. (rare) A surname​.

Dictionary definition

VESPASIAN, noun. Emperor of Rome and founder of the Flavian dynasty who consolidated Roman rule in Germany and Britain and reformed the army and brought prosperity to the empire; began the construction of the Colosseum (9-79).

Wise words

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