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Rome
nounfemininegeneral usevery common/ˈʁɔmɐ/Ro·ma
Definition
1The capital city of Italy, a historic city founded in antiquity, center of the Roman Empire and the Catholic Church.
Usage examples
“Rome is known as the Eternal City.”
“All roads lead to Rome.”
Synonyms
Common combinations
city of RomeRoman Empirehistory of Rome
Idiomatic expressions
- All roads lead to Rome (there are many ways to achieve a goal).
- When in Rome, do as the Romans do (adapt to local customs).