fabula praetextata\-(ˌ)prēˌtekˈstätə, -ātə\
Definition of fabula praetexta
: an ancient Roman drama with a theme from Roman history or legend
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Origin and Etymology of fabula praetexta
Latin, literally, drama in praetextae; from the praetextae worn by the actors
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