Rollo

[ rol-oh ]

/ ˈrɒl oʊ /

noun

Also called Rolf, Roy, Hrolf, Rolf the Ganger. a.d. c860–931?, Norse chieftain: 1st duke of Normandy 911?.

a male given name, form of Rolf.

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Examples from the Web for rollo

Rollo proposed this plan, and he led the way into the house.
Rollo's Philosophy. [Air]|Jacob Abbott
It was not altogether principle on the part of Rollo, that made him pursue this course; it was in a great measure policy.
Rollo in Rome|Jacob Abbott
"Why, the emperor made them send off their sons to be educated in different foreign countries," replied Rollo.
Rollo in Holland|Jacob Abbott
Out of the darkness Rollo and the Sergeant stepped quickly into the room.
The Firebrand|S. R. Crockett

A faint clinking sound, as of counting money, guided Rollo to the spot.
The Firebrand|S. R. Crockett

British Dictionary definitions for rollo

Rollo

/ (ˈrɒləʊ) /

noun

?860–?930 ad, Norse war leader who received from Charles the Simple a fief that formed the basis of the duchy of NormandyAlso: Rolf, Rolf the Ganger

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