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roman

/'roumən/
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Explanation of the Word "Roman"

The word "Roman" can be used as both an adjective and a noun. Here’s a breakdown of its meanings and uses:

Summary:

"Roman" is a versatile word that can describe things related to Rome, particularly its history and culture, or refer to people from that region.

Adjective
  1. of or relating to or supporting Romanism
    • the Roman Catholic Church
  2. characteristic of the modern type that most directly represents the type used in ancient Roman inscriptions
  3. of or relating to or derived from Rome (especially ancient Rome)
    • Roman architecture
    • the old Roman wall
  4. relating to or characteristic of people of Rome
    • Roman virtues
    • his Roman bearing in adversity
    • a Roman nose
Noun
  1. a typeface used in ancient Roman inscriptions
  2. an inhabitant of the ancient Roman Empire
  3. a resident of modern Rome

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