triclinium
/traɪˈklɪniəm/
noun
- A dining room in ancient Roman houses, typically with three couches arranged around a table.
- Archaeologists uncovered a beautifully preserved triclinium with mosaic floors.
- The triclinium was the most important room for hosting dinner parties in a Roman villa.
- Guests would recline on couches in the triclinium while slaves served the meal.