Romany (Noun)
Meaning 1
The Indic language of the Gypsies.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The Romany language is still spoken by many Gypsies today, although it has been heavily influenced by other languages.
- She was fascinated by the Romany dialects and spent years studying their grammar and vocabulary.
- The Romany language has a complex system of verb conjugation and declension.
- Although many Gypsies have adopted the language of their host countries, Romany remains an important part of their cultural heritage.
- The Romany language has been recognized as an official minority language in several European countries.
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Meaning 2
A member of a people with dark skin and hair who speak Romany and who traditionally live by seasonal work and fortunetelling; they are believed to have originated in northern India but now are living on all continents (but mostly in Europe, North Africa, and North America).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.