roc
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roc

noun \ˈräk\

Definition of ROC

: a legendary bird of great size and strength believed to inhabit the Indian Ocean area

Origin of ROC

ultimately from Arabic rukhkh
First Known Use: 1579

ROC

abbreviation

Definition of ROC

Republic of China (Taiwan)

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