1. Lares and Penates , Rom. Religion. the benevolent spirits and gods of the household.
2. the cherished possessions of a family or household.
[ 1765-75; Lares ( et ) Penates ]
1. Lares and Penates , Rom. Religion. the benevolent spirits and gods of the household.
2. the cherished possessions of a family or household.
[ 1765-75; Lares ( et ) Penates ]
Random House Webster's Unabridged English dictionary. Полный английский словарь Вебстер - Random House . 2012