A French word, which in that language signifies proud, arrogant. In some of the ancient English statutes it means an idle, sturdy beggar, which is its meaning in law. Rogues are usually punished as vagrants. Although the word rogue is a word of reproach, yet to charge one as a rogue is not actionable. … [Read more...] about ROGUE
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ROBERDSMEN
In old English law. Persons who, in the reign of Richard I., committed great outrages on the borders of England and Scotland. Said to have been the followers of Robert Hood, or Robin Hood. 4 Bl. Comm. 246. ROD. A lineal measure of sixteen feet and a half, otherwise called a "perch." … [Read more...] about ROBERDSMEN
ROI
Return on Investment … [Read more...] about ROI
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Return On Capital Employed … [Read more...] about ROCE
ROIC
Return on Invested Capital … [Read more...] about ROIC