noun
- plural of duumvir; in ancient Rome, two magistrates or officials who jointly held the same office or authority.
Usage: historical; Latin term; typically used in academic or historical contexts
Examples
- The duumviri were responsible for maintaining the roads and public buildings in the Roman municipality.
- Ancient Roman colonies were often governed by a pair of duumviri rather than a single magistrate.
- Historical records show that the duumviri held significant administrative power in their respective cities.
- The duumviri system allowed for shared responsibility and mutual oversight in local governance.