Ancient Roman Technology

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noun a type of ancient Roman central heating system using hot air to heat the floors and walls of a building

  • The hypocaust system was used in ancient Roman buildings to provide heating.
  • They had a hypocaust in their villa to keep it warm during the winter.
  • I wish my house had a hypocaust, it's freezing in here!
  • The hypocaust of support from his friends kept him warm during tough times.