Czech pub installs vomitorium for patrons

Vomiting in a nightclub bathroom during a big night out has never been so glamorous with one Czech establishment now offering a unique twist on an old feature — a flushing spew bowl.

vomitoriumukReddit user ThangCZ posted a photo of a modern-day spittoon, which are traditionally used to dispose of excess saliva or vomit.

It even comes complete with two handrails for proper steady spew technique and a sign for those who are unsure of how to correctly drunkenly purge their stomach.

The photo attracted hundreds of comments with many pointing out that while spittoons have fallen out of popularity in modern times, they are still commonly seen and used in German frat houses and European establishments.

Spittoons were common features of saloons and taverns in the 20th century, with many built directly into the bar.

Although spittoons were typically used for spitting tobacco, they were also often used by patrons to relieve themselves.

It is often wrongly claimed that rich Romans had rooms called vomitoriums where they could empty their stomach during large feasts. A vomitorium was actually an entrance/exit point in an amphitheatre that could fill the space much quicker.

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