ROM
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: ROMs · Roma
Sense 1
A software image of read-only memory (as of a game cartridge) used in emulation.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
The nonvolatile internal storage, often a solid-state drive, on a mobile device or computer.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
A member of the Romani people.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 4
A male member of the Romani people who is married and considered respectable amongst the family.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “ROM” mean?
A software image of read-only memory (as of a game cartridge) used in emulation.
Is “ROM” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.