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Romeward

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Rome·​ward | \ ˈrōmwə(r)d \

Definition of Romeward

: toward Rome or Roman Catholicism the church service is oriented Romeward Romeward tendency Romeward doctrine

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First Known Use of Romeward

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for Romeward

Middle English, from Rome + -ward

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“Romeward.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Romeward. Accessed 21 Jan. 2022.

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