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rollerblade

|roll/er/blade|

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/ˈroʊlərˌbleɪd/

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/ˈrəʊləˌbleɪd/

inline skating

Etymology
Etymology Information

'rollerblade' originates from the brand name 'Rollerblade', which became synonymous with inline skates.

Historical Evolution

'Rollerblade' was initially a brand name that became a generic term for inline skates.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred specifically to the brand, but now it is used to describe the activity of inline skating.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a type of inline skate with wheels arranged in a single line.

She put on her rollerblades and skated down the street.

Synonyms

Verb 1

to skate using rollerblades.

He loves to rollerblade in the park every weekend.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35