Lucullus
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Lu·cul·lus
(lo͞o-kŭl′əs), Lucius Licinius 110?-57? bc. Roman general and consul. After achieving great success in Rome's war against Mithridates VI of Pontus, Lucullus returned to Italy and enjoyed a retirement noted for its self-indulgent luxury.
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Lucullus
(luːˈkʌləs)n
(Biography) Lucius Licinius (ˈluːsɪəs lɪˈsɪnɪəs). ?110–56 bc, Roman general and consul, famous for his luxurious banquets. He fought Mithradates VI (74–66)
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Lu•cul•lus
(luˈkʌl əs)n.
Lucius Licinius, c110–57? B.C., Roman general and epicure.
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Noun 1. Lucullus - Roman general famous for self-indulgence and giving lavish banquets (circa 110-57 BC)
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