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rollout

|roll-out|

B2

🇺🇸

/ˈroʊlˌaʊt/

🇬🇧

/ˈrəʊlˌaʊt/

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Etymology
Etymology Information

'rollout' originates from the combination of 'roll' and 'out', where 'roll' meant 'to move by turning over' and 'out' meant 'from inside to outside'.

Historical Evolution

'rollout' evolved from the literal action of rolling something out, like a carpet, to its modern metaphorical use in business and technology.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to physically roll something out', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'introducing a new product or service'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the introduction or launch of a new product or service to the market.

The company planned a nationwide rollout of its new smartphone.

Synonyms

Noun 2

the act of making something available for the first time.

The rollout of the new software was met with positive feedback.

Synonyms

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