when in Rome

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English

Etymology

An ellipsis (anapodoton) of when in Rome, do as the Romans do.

Proverb

when in Rome

  1. (idiomatic, by ellipsis) One should adjust to local customs.

Usage notes

  • This shortened form is more common than the full form of the proverb.

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