roe

Definitions of roe
  1. noun
    the male organ of copulation (`member' is a euphemism)
  2. noun
    a flexible implement used as an instrument of punishment
    synonyms: gard, roede, wisselaar
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    types:
    riet, rietstengel
    a stiff switch used to hit students as punishment
  3. noun
    a rod used by a magician or water diviner
    synonyms: gard, roede
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    type of:
    paal, staaf, staak, stang
    a long thin implement made of metal or wood
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