loci et res

mnemonic method

Also known as: method of loci

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In mnemonic: Early methodologies
…method is referred to as loci et res, or method of loci, and is an effective way to remember a series of items. The most usual method is to choose a large house in which the rooms, walls, windows, decorations, and furniture are severally associated with certain names, phrases, events,…
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In memory: Mnemonic systems
This technique, called the method of loci, was used by Greek orators such as Cicero and Simonides as a means of organizing and remembering points in their speeches.
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