roll (A1)

verb

Pronunciation: /roʊl/

Definition

To move by turning over and over; to move along a surface by a repeated turning motion.

Examples

• The ball began to roll down the hill.

• The car rolled gently into the parking space.

• He watched the coins roll across the floor.

How to Use roll

roll out (phrasal verb)

To spread or flatten something by rolling it. — "Please roll out the dough for the cookies."

roll up (phrasal verb)

To form something into a cylindrical or spherical shape. — "He rolled up his sleeves before washing the dishes."

roll in (phrasal verb)

To arrive, especially in a vehicle. — "The taxis finally rolled in, one after another."

roll down (phrasal verb)

To move downwards by turning over and over. — "The child watched the ball roll down the hill."

on a roll (idiom)

Experiencing a period of success or good fortune. — "She's on a roll with her exams; she's gotten perfect scores all week."

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