roll
roll
roʊl
rowl
British pronunciation
/rəʊl/

Definition & Meaning of "roll"in English

to roll
01

to move in a direction by turning over and over or from one side to another repeatedly

Intransitive: to roll to a direction
to roll definition and meaning
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The ball started to roll down the hill after being pushed.
1.1

to travel or move forward by the rotation of wheels, typically referring to the motion of vehicles

Intransitive: to roll to a direction
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With the engine humming softly, the car rolled quietly down the street.
02

to make something move by turning it over and over or from side to side repeatedly

Transitive: to roll sth [adj] | to roll sth somewhere
to roll definition and meaning
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She carefully rolled the dice on the game board.
2.1

to seamlessly transition the body through a circular motion, as in executing a somersault

Intransitive
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The gymnast showcased her agility by effortlessly rolling across the mat.
2.2

to encircle or cover an object by winding or placing a wrapping material around it

Transitive: to roll sth
to roll definition and meaning
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In the kitchen, the chef demonstrated how to roll the sushi mat around the ingredients.
03

to press, spread, or level a mass using a cylindrical tool designed for smoothing or compacting

Transitive: to roll a mass of material
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After planting the seeds, the gardener used a lawn roller to roll the soil.
04

to produce a resonant and full reverberating sound, often characterized by a continuous and deep tone

Intransitive
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The thunder began to roll in the distance, announcing the approaching storm.
05

(of machinery or vehicles) to start operating

Intransitive
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After the brief maintenance break, the automated assembly line rolled smoothly back into action.
06

to turn something flexible, such as dough, paper, or fabric, over and over on itself to form a cylinder or ball

Transitive: to roll something flexible
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They decided to roll the poster tightly so that it would fit into the mailing tube.
07

(phonetics) to pronounce the /r/ sound with an alveolar trill

Transitive: to roll the /r/ sound
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In Spanish, the ' r ' is often rolled or trilled, as in the word " perro " ( dog ).
08

to roam or wander freely and aimlessly, often with a sense of spontaneity and leisure

Intransitive: to roll somewhere
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After finishing their exams, the students decided to roll through the city streets.
09

to move in a sinuous or undulating manner, exhibiting a pattern of rising and falling motions

Intransitive
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The ship began to roll gently with the rhythm of the ocean waves as it sailed across the open sea.
10

to move or sway from side to side in a continuous and rocking motion

Intransitive
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The cradle softly rolled, lulling the baby to sleep.
Roll
01

something that is wrapped around a tube or shaped into one

roll definition and meaning
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something that is wrapped around a tube or shaped into one
02

a loaf of bread that is small and made for one person

roll definition and meaning

What is "roll"?

A bread roll, also known as a dinner roll, is a small, round-shaped bread that is commonly served as a side dish or used to make sandwiches. The dough for bread rolls is typically made from flour, water, yeast, salt, and sometimes sugar or milk. After the dough is mixed and allowed to rise, it is portioned into small balls and baked until golden brown. Bread rolls can be baked with various toppings such as sesame seeds, poppy seeds, or garlic butter, and can be made with different types of flour for different textures and flavors. They are often served warm and can be enjoyed plain or with butter or jam. Bread rolls are a popular addition to holiday meals, buffets, and other large gatherings, and are a versatile bread that can be enjoyed in many different ways.

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She savored the warm aroma of freshly baked rolls wafting from the bakery.
03

a list or register of names

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The teacher called the roll at the start of class.
04

the rotation of an object around its own axis

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The wheel went into a smooth roll down the hill.
05

photographic film wound inside a protective container

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He developed a roll of film from the vacation.
06

a large sea wave moving toward the shore

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The surfers waited for a large roll to approach.
07

the act of throwing a ball down the lane in sports like bowling

What is a "roll"?

In sports like bowling, a roll refers specifically to the act of throwing the ball down the lane. The player releases the ball with a controlled motion, allowing it to travel smoothly toward the target, which in bowling is typically the pins. The goal is to ensure the ball rolls with the right speed, direction, and spin to achieve the best outcome, whether it is knocking down all the pins, setting up a spare, or controlling the ball’s path for precision. The roll is a fundamental action in the game.

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She practiced her roll to improve her accuracy.
08

the action of throwing dice in a game

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He got a six on his roll.
09

a document or sheet that is rolled up for storage or transport

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The ancient manuscript was preserved on a roll.
10

a deep, continuous, or prolonged sound

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The distant roll of thunder echoed through the valley.
11

the rapid, continuous beating of a drum, especially a snare drum

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The drummer performed a snare drum roll.
12

a bundle or stack of currency notes

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He counted a roll of hundred-dollar bills.
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