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Definition of roller - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
bakingtool for rolling dough
- She used a roller to flatten the dough.
2.
paintingtool for applying paint or ink
- She painted the wall with a roller.
3.
machineTECH. cylindrical device in machines for applying pressureTECH.
- The printer uses a roller to feed paper.
4.
movingcylindrical item used to move heavy objects
- They used rollers to move the piano.
5.
beautysmall tube for curling hair
- She put her hair in rollers overnight.
6.
mechanicsTECH. small wheel on a caster or skateTECH.
- The office chair moved smoothly on its rollers.
7.
oceanlarge wave that curls and breaks
- Surfers waited for the perfect roller.
8.
exerciseTECH. set of cylinders for cycling trainingTECH.
- He practiced balance on the rollers indoors.
9.
insectsTECH. beetle that rolls dung into ballsTECH.
- The dung roller was busy in the field.
10.
acrobat birdTECH. bird of the family Coraciidae, known for acrobatic flightTECH.
- The European roller is famous for its colorful plumage and aerial displays.
11.
- He arrived in a sleek roller.
Images of roller
tool for rolling dough 
tool for applying paint or ink 
cylindrical device in machines for applying pressure 
cylindrical item used to move heavy objects 
small tube for curling hair 
small wheel on a caster or skate
Expressions with roller
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elevated railway with sharp curves and steep inclines for amusement rides
The roller coaster at the park was thrilling and fast.
person who spends money extravagantly
He is known as a high roller in the fashion industry.
situation with many emotional highs and lows
The past year has been an emotional roller coaster for her.
people who skate using shoes with wheels
The park was filled with roller-skaters enjoying the sunny day.
cylinder used to curl or style hair
She used a hair roller to achieve perfect curls for the party.
tool with adhesive paper for removing lint
She used a lint roller to clean her coat.
tool with absorbent surface for spreading paint
He used a paint roller to cover the wall.
shoe with retractable wheels
He switched from walking to skating with his roller shoes.
boot with small wheels for skating
She wore a roller skate to the park.
small wheel with handles for core exercises
The ab roller helps improve core stability.
hockey played on roller skates on a hard surface
Roller hockey is popular in many countries.
surface designed for roller skating
The roller rink was crowded with skaters.
someone who skates using roller skates
The roller skater glided smoothly across the park.
cylindrical tool for muscle massage and exercise
She used a foam roller after her workout.
someone embodying the rock and roll lifestyle
She lives like a rock and roller, always on the move.
venue where people roller skate to disco music
We went to the roller disco last night.
the activity of skiing on wheeled skis on pavement
Roller skiing is popular among cross-country skiers in summer.
heavy cylinder used to flatten lawns
He used a garden roller to smooth the lawn.
window covering that rolls up or down
She pulled down the roller blind to block the sun.
type of roller skate with ankle support
His roller boots provided extra stability.
contact sport on roller skates played by two teams
The roller derby match was intense and fast-paced.
window covering made of solid fabric on a roller
She pulled down the roller shade to block the sunlight.
continuous loop of towelling on a roller
The restroom had a roller towel for drying hands.
metal barrier that rolls down to cover a window or door
The store was secured with a roller shutter after hours.
Origin of roller
Middle English, roller (roll) + -er (agent noun)
Terms with roller included in their meaning
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roller sport
activity of skating on inline skates
roller skate
shoe with wheels for ground gliding
sports
type of roller skate with wheels in a line
sports
building for ice or roller skating
roller skating
surface for roller skating
roller skating
stopping rapidly in roller skating with a transition
roller skating
stop rapidly on roller skates
sports
related to movement on ice or roller surfaces
wheeled arena
place with a surface for roller skating
amusement
ride a roller coaster that goes in a loop
amusement
roller coaster section turning passengers upside down
entertainment
roller coaster providing scenic views
dung roller
beetle that rolls dung into balls for food or eggs
roller racing
roller skate designed for speed in races
roller derby
play in roller derby where points are scored
roller
hard roller for impressing a design
roller derby
test of roller skating ability for competitors
sports
player coordinating their team in roller derby
acr: Bolliger & Mabillard
company that designs and builds roller coasters
roller coaster
inversion element in roller coasters
surgical dressing
bandage or roller in surgery
sports
roller derby player scoring points
sports
helmet cover used in roller derby
mechanical
roller chain with two parallel rows of links
Examples of roller in a sentence
A wooden roller was used to prepare the pie crust. He used a roller to apply the primer evenly. The artist preferred a roller for large canvases. The machine's roller needed replacement after heavy use. A roller helps in evenly spreading the ink. The workers placed rollers under the crate.
Rollers made it easier to transport the logs. She used rollers to achieve perfect curls. The stylist recommended rollers for a voluminous look. The suitcase glided easily on its rollers. He replaced the broken roller on the drawer. The beach was hit by a massive roller. A roller crashed against the rocky shore. She spent hours training on the rollers. The athlete improved his skills using the rollers. A roller was spotted near the compost heap. The roller efficiently gathered dung for its nest. The roller perched on the tree branch. A roller was spotted during the birdwatching tour. She drove her roller to the gala. The vintage roller turned heads on the street.
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- French:rouleau, cylindre, ...
- German:Teigroller, Rolle, ...
- Italian:rullo, rulli, ...
- Spanish:rodillo, aplicador, ...
- Portuguese:rolo, rolete, ...
- Chinese:擀面杖, 滚筒, ...
- Japanese:めん棒, 塗装ローラー, ...
- Arabic:شُوبَك, بَكَرَة, ...
- Hebrew:מַעֲרוֹךְ, רוֹלֶר, ...
- Russian:валик, ролик, ...
- Ukrainian:валик, ролик, ...
- Hindi:बेलन, पेंट रोलर, ...
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