roller

Definition

  • noun: a part that rolls and is used to move, press, shape, spread, or smooth something
  • noun: a revolving cylinder over or on which something is moved or which is used to press, shape, spread, or smooth something
  • synonyms: bandage, fillet, cylinder

Examples

  • He's had a 'roller-coaster' career. [=a career with many ups and downs]

  • The divorce was an emotional 'roller coaster' for both of them.

  • The casino offers special deals to attract 'high rollers'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) It's uh, it's my dream to go to Paris. Paris... It's why I'm taking French. My mom said French wasn't useful. It is if you wanna go to Paris. Still don't know how to use those rollers that you gave me. -Oh. Oh, it's so easy. So, it's- after they heat up you... you take your hair and you twist (..)
    2017 Lady Bird
  • (..) which was maybe a suicide but my mom says same difference if you're that careless with your life. Oh, that's her. Gotta go, bye guys. -Bye! Oh, I almost forgot, I brought you these hot rollers. For your Jim Morrison hair. -Thank you so much. You're welcome. It would be my pleasure. (..)
    2017 Lady Bird