Rome Word Search
Rome, as a word search. 12 words drawn from landmarks, neighborhoods, and local flavor sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.
Words to find: COLOSSEUM, PANTHEON, TRASTEVERE, CARBONARA, TIBER, VATICAN, TREVI, TESTACCIO, ROMA, LAZIO, PECORINO, GLADIATOR.
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Rome word list, defined
- COLOSSEUM /ˌkɒləˈsiːəm/ · noun
- A large amphitheatre or stadium, especially one built for public spectacles; the term most famously refers to the ancient Roman Flavian Amphitheatre in Rome. Related: amphitheatre, arena, stadium, bowl.
- PANTHEON /ˈpænθiːɒn/ · noun
- A group of deities worshipped in the same pantheon, or a collection of people considered to be the greatest in a particular field. Related: deity, divinity, goddess, god.
- CARBONARA /ˌkɑːbəˈnɑːrə/ · noun
- An Italian pasta dish, typically spaghetti, in which hot pasta is tossed with a sauce of eggs, hard cheese (usually Pecorino Romano), cured pork such as guanciale, and black pepper.
- ROMA /rɔmə/ · noun
- A type of Italian bread roll, typically small and round. Related: focaccia, ciabatta, baguette, roll.
- PECORINO /pɛkəˈriːnoʊ/ · noun
- A type of Italian cheese made from sheep's milk, often served grated over pasta dishes. Related: Parmesan, Romano, Asiago, Provolone.
- GLADIATOR /ˈɡleɪdɪətər/ · noun
- A person who fights with a sword or other weapon in a public spectacle, especially in ancient Rome. A person who fights in a public contest or competition. Related: warrior, fighter, soldier, athlete.
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