pretoriumEtymologyFrom Latin praetorium, from praetor.pretorium means the general's tent in an Ancient Roman camp. Lexicurio rates it Sui generis — a strength score of 85 out of 100.nounThe general's tent in an Ancient Roman camp.A council of war.The official residence of the Ancient Roman praetor, proconsul, or governor in a province.A splendid country seat.