Aulae

/ˈɔːliː/ noun

Definition

The plural of aula, referring to multiple large halls or chambers in ancient Roman buildings or medieval universities.

Etymology

Latin plural of aula. This form preserves the original Latin plural ending -ae, commonly used when discussing classical architecture or medieval academic institutions.

Kelly Says

When medieval universities had multiple assembly halls, they'd refer to them as 'aulae'—and using this Latin plural still connects us to that ancient academic tradition!

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