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romanise

/ˈroʊmənaɪz/ /ˈrɒmənaɪz/

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verb

To put letters or words written in another writing system into the Latin (Roman) alphabet.

Examples :

"The author romanizes Chinese names using the Wade–Giles system rather than the Pinyin system."

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verb

(usually capitalized) To bring under the authority or influence of Rome.

Examples :

"The Roman Empire aimed to romanise conquered territories by introducing Roman laws, language, and customs. "

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verb

(usually capitalized) To make or become Roman in character or style.

Examples :

"The government tried to Romanise the conquered territory by building Roman-style roads and bathhouses. "

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(usually capitalized) To make or become Roman Catholic in religion (by conversion), character or style.

Examples :

""The local leader hoped to Romanise the region by building a grand cathedral and encouraging traditional Roman Catholic practices." "

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verb

To fill with Latin words or idioms.

Examples :

"The professor decided to romanise his lecture, using Latin phrases to emphasize key historical points. "

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