in Roman antiquity, an appellation given to a steep rock in Rome; whence, by the law of the twelve tables, those guilty of certain crimes were precipitated. It took its name from Tarpeia, a vestal virgin, who was killed by the Sabines, as related under the article ROME, n° 24.

TARQUIN the Elder, king of Rome, succeeded Ancus Martius 615 B.C. See ROME, n° 35—40.

TARQUIN the Proud, a tyrant and usurper. See the article ROME, n° 49—51, &c.

TARAGON, or DRAGON-WORT. See ARTEMISIA.