Lares And Penates Definition
lârēz, lär-
noun
Treasured household possessions.
American Heritage
The household gods of the ancient Romans.
Webster's New World
The treasured belongings of a family or household.
Webster's New World
Origin of Lares And Penates
Partial translation of Latin Larēs et Penātēs household gods Larēs pl. of Lār Lar et and Penātēs Penates
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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