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suppedaneum

noun
sup·​pe·​da·​ne·​um | \ ˌsəpəˈdānēəm\
plural suppedanea\ -​ēə \

Definition of suppedaneum

1 : a support for the feet on a cross used for crucifixions
2 : predella sense 1a

History and Etymology for suppedaneum

Late Latin, footstool, from neuter of suppedaneus under the feet

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