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flamen , in Roman religion, one of 15 priests, each concerned with the cult of a particular deity. The most honored were those dedicated to Jupiter, Mars, and Quirinus.

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flamen †supposed grade of priest in heathen Britain XIV; priest of a particular deity in ancient Rome XVI. — L. flāmen.

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