roe

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1. roe - Noun

2. Roe - Proper noun

Meaning

A roebuck. See Roebuck.

The female of any species of deer.

The ova or spawn of fishes and amphibians, especially when still inclosed in the ovarian membranes. Sometimes applied, loosely, to the sperm and the testes of the male.

A mottled appearance of light and shade in wood, especially in mahogany.

Source: Webster's dictionary

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This is probably as bad a day as the court has had on social issues since Roe v. Wade. Jerry Falwell

I would introduce and support legislation to send Roe v. Wade back to the states. Rand Paul

I used the name Jane Roe because I didn't want my personal name to be involved in it. Norma McCorvey

I was the Jane Roe of Roe vs. Wade, but Jane Roe has been laid to rest. Norma McCorvey

The roe is swift enough without setting the dogs on her. Scottish Gaelic Proverb

For a taste treat, try tuna roe and thorny cardoons. Sicilian Proverb

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