paludamentum

noun

pa·​lu·​da·​men·​tum

pəˌlüdəˈmentəm

variants or paludament

⸗ˈ⸗⸗mənt

plural paludamenta

⸗ˌ⸗⸗ˈmentə

or paludaments

: a cloak worn by the rulers and chief military officers of ancient Rome

Word History

Etymology

Latin paludamentum; probably akin to Latin palla palla

The Ultimate Dictionary Awaits

Expand your vocabulary and dive deeper into language with Merriam-Webster Unabridged.

1. Expanded definitions
2. Detailed etymologies
3. Advanced search tools
4. All ad-free

Discover what makes Merriam-Webster Unabridged the essential choice for true word lovers.

Start Your Free Trial Now