roller

//ˈroʊlər//
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Noun

rollerSingular
rollersPlural
1

A cylinder that rotates about a central axis and is used in various machines and devices for moving, pressing, or smoothing things.

The printer uses a rubber roller to feed the paper.

2

A small cylinder on which hair is rolled to produce curls.

She put rollers in her hair before going to bed.

3

A long, heavy wave that seems to roll steadily toward the shore.

The surfers waited for the big rollers to come in.

4

A cylindrical tool used for applying paint evenly on surfaces.

I used a roller to paint the wall quickly and evenly.

roller - Deep Vocabulary