Caligula

/kəˈlɪgʊlə/
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Definitions of Caligula
  1. noun
    Roman Emperor who succeeded Tiberius and whose uncontrolled passions resulted in manifest insanity; noted for his cruelty and tyranny; was assassinated (12-41)
    synonyms: Gaius, Gaius Caesar
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    Emperor of Rome, Roman Emperor
    sovereign of the Roman Empire
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