thermae

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Provincial towns such as Bath had their thermae, heated bathing complexes with splendid indoor pools and an attached palaestra for exercising in the revered Greek style.

From Slate • Jul. 24, 2012

I have already observed the great number of baths which he opened for the people, and the magnificent thermae, with spacious gardens, which he bequeathed to them as a legacy.

From Travels through France and Italy by Smollett, T. (Tobias)

In a little house, or shed, behind the court, is preserved the wonderful group of Dirce, commonly called the Toro Farnese, which was brought hither from the thermae Caracallae.

From Travels through France and Italy by Smollett, T. (Tobias)

Ruins of the thermae of Caracalla and of Titus are still standing.

From Rome by Malleson, Hope

Equally remarkable was the Roman system for supplying their city, their thermae, and their 1350 street fountains with pure water.

From Rome by Malleson, Hope