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Synonyms for pass rubicon


Grammar : Verb
Spell : roo-bi-kon
Phonetic Transcription : ˈru bɪˌkɒn

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Origin :
  • in phrase to cross (or pass) the Rubicon "take a decisive step," 1620s, a reference to a small stream to the Adriatic on the coast of northern Italy which in ancient times formed part of the southern boundary of Cisalpine Gaul; crossed by Caesar Jan. 10, 49 B.C.E., when he left his province to attack Pompey. The name is from Latin rubicundus "ruddy," in reference to the color of the soil on its banks.
  • As in cross the Rubicon : verb take a decisive step

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