ˈrɒlər

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that rolls, or a device used for rolling.

“The roller helped the team move the heavy load across the floor.”

2. noun

A wheel or cylinder, especially one that rotates and carries something, such as a roller coaster car.

“The roller on the amusement park ride was a giant cylinder of metal and wood.”

3. noun

A device used to flatten or smooth out surfaces, such as a roller for painting or a roller in a printing press.

“The roller was used to apply a uniform layer of paint to the wall.”

4. noun

A cylindrical or rounded object used for rolling or smoothing.

“The roller in the pastry-making machine helped to shape the dough into a perfect circle.”

5. verb

To roll or cause to roll, especially in a smooth or continuous motion.

“The machine will roller the fabric into a tight roll.”