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adj
Rolling; having the ability to roll, usually due to wheels attached on the bottom.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: informal, not-comparable, usually
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adj
Rough, turbulent, characterized by large or rapid waves.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: comparable, not-comparable, usually
Topics: nautical, transport
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name
A diminutive of the male given name Roland.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
Alternative form of rolley (“horse-drawn wheeled vehicle used in a mine”).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: alt-of, alternative, historical
Topics: business, mining
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noun
Alternative form of rollie (“cigarette rolled by hand”).
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: UK, alt-of, alternative, slang
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History
From roll + -y. Compare older roly-poly.
