Opera publica is the Latin name used by Ancient Rome for the building of public works, construction, or engineering projects carried out under the direction of the state on behalf of the community. The term "public works" is a calque (literal word-by-word translation) of the Latin term.
Opera publica is the Latin name used by Ancient Rome for the building of public works, construction, or engineering projects carried out under the direction of the state on behalf of the community. The term "public works" is a calque (literal word-by-word translation) of the Latin term.
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