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roger
CIDE DICTIONARY
roger, n. [From a proper name Roger.].
A black flag with white skull and crossbones, formerly used by pirates; -- called also Jolly Roger and pirate flag . [Webster 1913 Suppl.]
OXFORD DICTIONARY
roger, int. & v.
--int.
1 your message has been received and understood (used in radio communication etc.).
2 sl. I agree.
--v. coarse sl.
1 intr. have sexual intercourse.
2 tr. have sexual intercourse with (a woman).
--int.
1 your message has been received and understood (used in radio communication etc.).
2 sl. I agree.
--v. coarse sl.
1 intr. have sexual intercourse.
2 tr. have sexual intercourse with (a woman).
Etymology
the name Roger, code for R
THESAURUS
roger
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