Today I learned a new word - vomitory

A vomitory is an access route or passage built into the gradient of a stadium, amphitheater, or theater stand that links the seating areas to the concourses or exit routes.

Function: They are designed to facilitate the rapid and safe movement of large crowds entering, exiting, or evacuating a venue, preventing congestion.

Origin: The word comes from the Latin vomitorium, referring to the openings through which crowds "discharged" themselves into the seating areas in Roman times.

Posted By: Kangol Canary on January 8th 2026 at 23:02:15

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Today I learned a new word - vomitory (NCFC) - Kangol Canary, Jan 8, 23:02:15
- Yes I learned that this year as was on ncfc stadium map (n/m) (NCFC) - Tony Martin, Jan 9, 08:38:59
- My old flat mate called our group chat Vomitorium. I just assumed he made it up (NCFC) - Lentil Weaver, Jan 8, 23:20:30

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