rollers
|roll/ers|
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/ˈroʊlərz/
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/ˈrəʊləz/
(roller)
cylindrical object
Etymology
Etymology Information
'roller' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'roller,' where 'roll' meant 'to move by turning over and over.'
Historical Evolution
'roller' changed from the Old French word 'roler' and eventually became the modern English word 'roller.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to move by turning over and over,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a cylindrical object that rotates.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a cylindrical object that rotates around a central axis, often used to apply pressure or shape materials.
The painter used rollers to apply the paint evenly on the wall.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42