Roller: meaning, definitions and examples

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roller

 

[ ˈroʊlər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

sport

A cylindrical object that is used in various sports and games, such as roller skating, rollerblading, and roller hockey. It typically has wheels on the bottom and is used for gliding or moving on a surface.

Synonyms

skate, wheel

Examples of usage

  • People enjoy roller skating in the park.
  • She fell while rollerblading down the street.
  • The players were practicing roller hockey on the rink.
Context #2 | Noun

household

A cylindrical tool with a handle that is used for applying paint to walls or other surfaces. It typically has a rolling mechanism that allows for smooth and even distribution of paint.

Synonyms

paint applicator, paint roller

Examples of usage

  • She used a roller to paint the walls of her room.
  • The roller made the painting job much faster and easier.
Context #3 | Noun

mechanical

A small rotating cylinder or wheel used in machinery to facilitate movement or reduce friction. It can be found in various mechanical systems and devices.

Synonyms

cylinder, wheel

Examples of usage

  • The roller in the machine helps guide the paper through smoothly.
  • The conveyor belt has rollers to assist in transporting items.

Translations

Translations of the word "roller" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rolo

🇮🇳 रोलर

🇩🇪 Rolle

🇮🇩 rol

🇺🇦 валик

🇵🇱 wałek

🇯🇵 ローラー (rōrā)

🇫🇷 rouleau

🇪🇸 rodillo

🇹🇷 rulo

🇰🇷 롤러 (roller)

🇸🇦 أسطوانة (usṭuwāna)

🇨🇿 váleček

🇸🇰 valček

🇨🇳 滚筒 (gǔntǒng)

🇸🇮 valj

🇮🇸 rúlla

🇰🇿 ролик

🇬🇪 როლიკი (roliki)

🇦🇿 rulon

🇲🇽 rodillo

Etymology

The term 'roller' originated in the late 18th century, derived from the verb 'roll'. It initially referred to a cylinder used for rolling or crushing materials. Over time, the term expanded to include various cylindrical objects used in different contexts, such as sports, painting, and machinery. The concept of rollers has evolved to play a significant role in everyday life, providing ease and efficiency in diverse applications.

See also: enrol, enroll, roll, rollerblader, rolling, rollout, unroll, unrolled.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,009 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.