noun
romaine
Romaine (noun) means Short for romaine lettuce, a lettuce with long, crisp leaves growing in a tall head.
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1
Short for romaine lettuce, a lettuce with long, crisp leaves growing in a tall head.
2
Short for crepe romaine, a light, almost see-through fabric.
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Etymology
Ellipsis of romaine lettuce, from French laitue romaine, and direct borrowing of French romaine, from its supposed association with Rome.
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What is the meaning of romaine?
"romaine" (noun) means short for romaine lettuce, a lettuce with long, crisp leaves growing in a tall head.
What is another word for romaine?
Other words for "romaine" include cos.
What are the different meanings of romaine?
"romaine" has 2 main meanings: 1. Short for romaine lettuce, a lettuce with long, crisp leaves growing in a tall head; 2. Short for crepe romaine, a light, almost see-through fabric.
