fabula togata

noun

fabula to·​ga·​ta

-tōˈgätə,

-ātə

plural fabulae togatae

-ätˌē,

-ātˌē

: ancient Roman comedy based on a Greek model but treating native Roman subjects compare fabula palliata

Word History

Etymology

Latin, literally, drama in togas; from the togas worn by the actors

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