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Xenodochium
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What's The Definition Of Xenodochium?Synonyms | Synonyms for Xenodochium: Related Terms | Find terms related to Xenodochium: See Also | Xenodochium In Webster's Dictionary \Xen`o*do*chi"um\, n. [LL., fr. L. xenodochium a
building for the reception of strangers, Gr. ? .]
(a) (Class. Antiq.) A house for the reception of strangers.
(b) In the Middle Ages, a room in a monastery for the
reception and entertainment of strangers and pilgrims,
and for the relief of paupers. [Called also
{Xenodocheion}.]
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