Antonine Wall

proper noun

Meaning

A defensive fortification built by the Romans across the narrowest part of Scotland between the Firth of Forth and the Firth of Clyde.

Examples

The Antonine Wall was constructed during the reign of Emperor Antoninus Pius around 142 AD.
Archaeologists have uncovered several forts along the path of the Antonine Wall.

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Antonine Wall

proper noun

Pronunciation: ˈæntənaɪn wɔːl

Definition

A defensive fortification built by the Romans across the narrowest part of Scotland between the Firth of Forth and the Firth of Clyde.

Examples

The Antonine Wall was constructed during the reign of Emperor Antoninus Pius around 142 AD.
Archaeologists have uncovered several forts along the path of the Antonine Wall.

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