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roll·ing
 rolling
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- pronunciation:
- ro
lIng
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, adjective)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
the motion or sound of something that is turning in a circle over and over.
the rolling of the dice |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
moving by rotating or turning over repeatedly.
Except for rolling masses of tumbleweed, the road was empty. |
| definition 2: |
moving with wavelike motions.
the rolling sea |
| definition 3: |
resembling waves or billows; having many gentle slopes.
rolling hills |
| definition 4: |
rocking or swaying.
rolling wavesa rolling ship |
| definition 5: |
having a deep, rumbling, or steadily vibrating sound.
rolling thunder |
| definition 6: |
not set or fixed, but rather adjustable over time, as a deadline or date.
rolling deadlines |
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| derivation: |
rollingly (adv.) |
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