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English word origin

Etymology of romal

Borrowed from Spanish ramal, from Latin ramus (“branch”).

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Source etymology 1

Original entry ↗
noun

A long quirt attached to the end of a set of closed reins that are connected to the bridle of a horse, and used to assist in moving cattle.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

Borrowed from Spanish ramal, from Latin ramus (“branch”).

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  • Borrowed-form mentionramales
  • Derivation mentionramusla
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Source etymology 2

Original entry ↗
noun

An Indian silk or cotton handkerchief. · A small shawl or veil.

Selected source glosses provide context, not a complete modern definition inventory

From Hindi रूमाल (rūmāl).

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