rollerblade
2 synonyms for rollerblade, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A roller skate with all its wheels aligned in a single row, resembling an ice skate.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
in-line skate
inline skate
How to use rollerblade
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pair of rollerblades
go rollerblading
rollerblade wheels
rollerblade along the path
Rollerblade is used informally as both a noun and a verb, even though it began as a trademark.
Etymology
Rollerblade began as a trademark for a brand of inline skates, and the general word is a combination of roller and blade.
Full origin of rollerblade →Frequently asked questions
What is a rollerblade?
A rollerblade is a roller skate with its wheels arranged in a single row, similar to an ice skate.
Is rollerblade a trademark?
Yes, it began as a trademark for a brand of inline skates before becoming a general term.
What is the difference between rollerblades and inline skates?
There isn't really a difference; inline skate is another name for the same thing.
