roman

/ɹˈə‌ʊmən/

/ˈɹoʊmən/

Roman

a resident of modern Rome

a typeface used in ancient Roman inscriptions

an inhabitant of the ancient Roman Empire

roman

related to ancient Rome, its citizens, or empire

synonyms : Romanic

relating to or characteristic of people of Rome

of or relating to or supporting Romanism

synonyms : papist

characteristic of the modern type that most directly represents the type used in ancient Roman inscriptions

Examples

1. One was Roman.

2. Unlike the other Celtic tribes, Roman legions have no regard for the druids’ sacred role as peacemakers.

3. Roman general spent 70 BC building up the Roman military and administrative presence in Anatolia.

4. The campaign of 89 BC broke Roman rule in the province of Asia.