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roman

Pronunciation: /ˈrəʊmən/

(also roman fish)
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Definition of roman

noun (plural same or romans)

South African
  • a red or pink South African sea bream.
    • Chrysoblephus and other genera, family Sparidae: several species, in particular C. laticeps

Origin:

late 18th century: from Afrikaans rooi 'red' + man 'man'

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