1) Latin phrase 
Rostratus (masculine), Rostrata (feminine) or Rostratum (neuter) is a Latin adjective meaning `beaked, curved, hooked, with a crooked point, or with a curved front` In marine warfare, the term `beak` (rostrum) referred to the ram bows on warships, which were metal or metal-covered beams projecting from ships` bows, used to pierce enemy vessel...