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romal

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ro·​mal | \ rəˈmal \
plural -s

Definition of romal

 (Entry 1 of 2)
: a thong usually braided and divided into two lashes and attached to the saddle or reins for use as a quirt

romal

Definition of romal (Entry 2 of 2)

variant of

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First Known Use of romal

Noun

1904, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for romal

Noun

modification of Mexican Spanish ramal, from Spanish strand of rope, from rama branch

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“Romal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/romal. Accessed 9 Mar. 2021.

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