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Romano

noun Ro·ma·no \ rə-ˈmä-(ˌ)nō , rō- \

Definition of Romano

: a hard sharp cheese of Italian origin that is often served grated

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Origin and Etymology of romano

Italian, Roman, from Latin Romanus

Romano

biographical name

Definition of Romano

Giulio — see giulio romano

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