Definition

A cylindrical object that can be used for various purposes, such as smoothing surfaces, curling hair, or as a type of wave in the ocean.

Example

She used a roller to paint the walls of her room quickly.

Conversation

Did you see the new hair roller I bought?

No, I haven't! How does it work?

It's really easy; you just wrap your hair around the roller and wait a bit.

That sounds great! I should try it for some waves.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Roller → The word 'roller' is derived from 'roll' (from Old French *roler*, meaning to roll) and the suffix '-er' (meaning a person or thing that performs an action). A roller is something or someone that rolls or causes to roll.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'rolls' — that's what a 'roller' does, and the '-er' indicates it performs that action.

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