Basilicae

/bæsɪˈliːki/ noun

Plural of basilica; large rectangular public buildings used for assembly and commerce in ancient Rome, or Christian churches built in this style.

From Latin 'basilica,' from Greek 'basilike stoa' (royal porch/building). The plural form basilicae is used in classical Latin texts and historical descriptions of Roman and early Christian architecture.

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