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词汇 penates
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Definition of penates in English:

penates

plural noun pɪˈnɑːtiːzpɪˈneɪtiːz

  • (in ancient Roman belief) household gods worshipped in conjunction with Vesta and the lares.

    〔罗马史〕珀那忒斯（与维斯太和家庭守护神们一道受古罗马人祭拜的诸家神）

    See also lares
    Example sentencesExamples
    • Penates were also said to protect the interests of the state and of the peoples.

Origin

Latin, from penus 'provision of food'; related to penes 'within'.

Definition of penates in US English:

penates

plural noun

  • (in ancient Roman belief) household gods worshiped in conjunction with Vesta and the lares.

    〔罗马史〕珀那忒斯（与维斯太和家庭守护神们一道受古罗马人祭拜的诸家神）

    See also lares
    Example sentencesExamples
    • Penates were also said to protect the interests of the state and of the peoples.

Origin

Latin, from penus ‘provision of food’; related to penes ‘within’.
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