The Roman Domus: Terms & Definitions

What is the definition of Domus?

• Bedroom

• Shop

• Home

• Kitchen

What is the purpose of an Impluvium?

• To entertain guests

• To collect rainwater from inside the atrium

• To store records & documents

• To let in rain and sun

What is a Triclinium?

• Bedroom

• Lounge / dining room

• Office

• Study / Living room

What is the function of an Exedra?

• To collect rainwater from inside the atrium

• To let in rain and sun

• Study / Living room

• To entertain guests

What is the definition of Fauces?

• Mini-pool used to collect rainwater from inside the atrium

• Narrow passageway, leading from front door to atrium

• Main room, often lavishly decorated

• Home

What is the purpose of a Tablinum?

• Mini-pool used to collect rainwater from inside the atrium

• Main room, often lavishly decorated

• Home

• Study / Office

What is an Atrium?

• Bedroom

• Lounge / dining room

• Main room, often lavishly decorated

• Study / Living room

What is the function of a Peristylium?

• Mini-pool used to collect rainwater from inside the atrium

• To let in rain and sun

• Garden surrounded by columns

• To entertain guests

What is the purpose of a Lararium?

• To entertain guests

• To collect rainwater from inside the atrium

• To worship household gods

• To let in rain and sun

What is a Culina?

• Bedroom

• Kitchen

• Office

• Study / Living room