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Forward Roll: The rotation of a ball that is more towards its full circumference; end over end roll.

Roll Order: (1) Dividend roll; (2) Replacement of a maturing position with an identical one in the new maturity; (3) Recognizition of capital gain or loss while reestablishing the position at the risk o . . . View Full Definition

Roll Out: When a quarterback runs parallel to the line, looking for a receiver.

Roll Off: A graduated reduction in the strength of audio output above and below certain specified frequencies. (See Crossover)

Roll Forward: To move to an option position with a later expiration date.

Roll Film: Refers to 120, 220 and 620 film formats.

Roll Film Adaptor: Specially designed attachment for cameras designed for cut film, enabling roll film to be used.

Roll Over: Prior to or at the time of the maturity of an investment or loan, the interested parties agree to continue to carry over the investment or loan for another, successive period of time.

Roll Over Mortgage: Mortgage for which the unpaid balance is refinanced every few years at then-current rates is a roll over mortgage. This is good for the borrower and bad for the lender if interest rates are . . . View Full Definition

Rollaway: A cot or other bedding that can be added to a hotel room to accommodate another guest. There is often an extra charge for this.