Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Pontius

👉 Pontius is a term in classical antiquity that refers to a person who has been appointed or elected by a government, often as a senator or a high official. These individuals are considered to be above average citizens and have been given special privileges and rights due to their status as "pontus," which translates to "high priest" in Latin. In the context of Roman history, pontii were appointed officials who held the highest office in Rome, typically including the consulship (which was

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