Definition

Relating to a group of ten officials in ancient Rome known as decemvirs.

Example

The decemviral council was responsible for creating laws in ancient Rome.

Conversation

Did you know that the concept of decemviral governance was quite influential in ancient Rome?

Really? I haven't heard much about that before.

Yeah, it was all about having ten leaders making decisions together.

That sounds interesting! I should read more about Roman history.

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Root Explanation

Decemviral is formed from "decem" (meaning ten) and "vir" (meaning man). The term refers to a group of ten men, specifically in the context of ancient Roman governance, where a decemvir was one of a board of ten officials.

Memory Tip

Think of 'decem' meaning ten and 'vir' meaning man — a decemviral group is made up of ten men.

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