aediles

/ˈiːdaɪlz/
noun
  1. Plural of aedile; elected officials in ancient Rome responsible for public buildings, markets, games, and the city's water and grain supply.
    • The aediles inspected the weights and measures used by merchants.
    • Two aediles were elected each year to manage the city's affairs.
    • The aediles were in charge of keeping the streets clean and safe.
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