Definition

Remain Over Night—military code for 'we're sleeping here tonight' in whatever conditions exist, usually not great.

Example Usage

We'll RON at the current position and resume movement at dawn.

Origin

Military field operations acronym, standardized in modern doctrine

Fun Fact

A RON site must be carefully selected for security, concealment, and water access

Source: Military field operations terminology

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