Definition for NAU'MA-CHY

NAU'MA-CHY, n. [L. naumachia; Gr. ναυμαχια; ναυς, a ship, and μαχη, fight.]

  1. Among the ancient Romans, a show or spectacle representing a sea-fight.
  2. The place where these shows were exhibited. Encyc.

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