The term ROMANI is used to refer to a group of people who are commonly known as Gypsies or ROMANY. The term ROMANI is derived from the Greek word for 'MAN' and is used to describe a nomadic ethnic group that has its origins in Northern India. The term GYPSY is often used to refer to members of this ethnic group, while the term ROMANY is used to refer to their language. Both terms are used interchangeably to refer to the same group of people.