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Illustration of a Roman latrine. Roman latrines had two purposes, of course - relieving oneself, and social networking! (lemmy.world)

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[–] [email protected] 6 points 2 months ago (1 children)

I found this.

Academics disagree as to its exact use, about which the primary sources are vague. It has traditionally been assumed to be a type of shared anal hygiene utensil used to wipe after defecating, and the sponge cleaned in vinegar or water (sometimes salt water).Other recent research suggests it was most likely a toilet brush.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 2 months ago (1 children)

The 'toilet brush' argument remains very much a minority view.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 2 months ago (1 children)

I very much hope so.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 2 months ago

Perhaps they were dual purpose.