Rollo

[ rol-oh ]

noun

1. Also called Rolf, Roy, Hrolf,. a.d. c860–931?, Norse chieftain: 1st duke of Normandy 911?.
2. a male given name, form of Rolf.

Rollo

/ ˈrɒləʊ /

noun

1. Rollo?860?930MNorseMILITARY: war leader ?860–?930 ad , Norse war leader who received from Charles the Simple a fief that formed the basis of the duchy of Normandy AlsoRolfRolf the Ganger

Example Sentences

Rollo himself had struck out with his mighty hoofs, and a sailor went down upon the pavement with a groan.

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But, dear Vyvyan, do not put on such an impertinent and indifferent manner; it annoys Sir Rollo exceedingly.

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Sir Rollo barely listened to them, breakfasted in silence, and immediately afterwards set out for his office.

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Sir Rollo seemed on the point of a great burst of wrath; his lips positively quivered and his eye flashed with passion.

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De Valmont's horse was pawing and sniffing uneasily, but Rollo stood firm as a rock.

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