roma

n. the people who belong to the Romani ethnic group, who originally came from India and now live all over the world.

n. the Romani people as a collective ethnic group, or a member of this group. Often used as an endonym to replace older, less respectful terms.

“The festival celebrated the music and history of the Roma in Europe.”

“Scholars have traced the linguistic roots of the Roma back to northern India, documenting their migration across the Middle East into Europe over several centuries.”

adj. relating to the Romani people or their culture.

adj. pertaining to the Romani people, their culture, or their language. Functions as a non-gradable adjective.

“We went to a concert to hear traditional Roma songs.”

“The exhibition showcased Roma textile patterns, highlighting the distinct artistic traditions preserved by different subgroups across the continent.”

n. a small, egg-shaped tomato that is very good for making sauces because it does not have much water.

n. a variety of plum tomato characterized by its elongated shape and low moisture content, making it ideal for canning and sauces.

“I bought a bag of Roma tomatoes to make a fresh pasta sauce.”

“The chef insisted on using Roma tomatoes for the marinara, noting that their firm flesh produces a thicker consistency without prolonged reduction.”