Rollerblader: meaning, definitions and examples
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rollerblader
[ ˈroʊlərˌbleɪdər ]
sport
A person who participates in the sport of rollerblading, which involves skating on inline skates with wheels arranged in a single line.
Synonyms
inline skater, roller skater, skate enthusiast
Examples of usage
- He's a talented rollerblader and often competes in local competitions.
- She enjoys the freedom of movement that comes with being a rollerblader.
- Many rollerbladers wear protective gear such as helmets and knee pads.
- Rollerbladers can often be seen practicing their skills at the local skate park.
- The rollerblader gracefully glided across the smooth pavement.
Translations
Translations of the word "rollerblader" in other languages:
🇵🇹 patinador
🇮🇳 रोलरब्लेडर
🇩🇪 Inlineskater
🇮🇩 pemain sepatu roda
🇺🇦 ролер
🇵🇱 rolkarz
🇯🇵 ローラーブレーダー (rōrāburēdā)
🇫🇷 patineur en ligne
🇪🇸 patinador
🇹🇷 tekerlekli patenci
🇰🇷 인라인 스케이터 (inlain seukeiteo)
🇸🇦 متزلج بالعجلات
🇨🇿 kolečkový bruslař
🇸🇰 korčuliar
🇨🇳 轮滑者 (lúnhuá zhě)
🇸🇮 roler
🇮🇸 rúlluskautamaður
🇰🇿 ролик тебуші
🇬🇪 როლიკებით მორბენალი
🇦🇿 roller sürücüsü
🇲🇽 patinador en línea
Word origin
The term 'rollerblader' is derived from the brand name 'Rollerblade', which is a popular manufacturer of inline skates. Rollerblading became a popular recreational activity in the 1980s and 1990s, with many people enjoying the freedom and versatility of inline skating. The sport has since evolved to include various disciplines, such as aggressive inline skating, speed skating, and freestyle skating.
See also: enrol, enroll, roll, roller, rolling, rollout, unroll, unrolled.