adj
rolly
ROH-lih
Rolly (adj) means Able to roll easily, especially because of wheels. Example: “The suitcase has rolly wheels that make it easy to drag through the airport.”
adj
1
Able to roll easily, especially because of wheels.
"The suitcase has rolly wheels that make it easy to drag through the airport."
2
Rough and choppy, describing waves or a boat's motion.
"The sea got rolly once we left the harbor."
How to use rolly
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEasily rolling, or (of the sea) rough with big, swaying waves.
When to use it
Informal, mostly spoken usage.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more rolly
- Superlative
- most rolly
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The suitcase has _____ wheels that make it easy to drag through the airport.
Etymology
From roll plus the adjective-forming suffix -y; compare the older term roly-poly.
Rhymes for rolly
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What does “rolly” mean?
The word “rolly” means able to roll easily, especially because of wheels. In plain terms, easily rolling, or (of the sea) rough with big, swaying waves.
How do you pronounce “rolly”?
“Rolly” is pronounced ROH-lih (/ˈɹoʊli/ in IPA).
How do you use “rolly” in a sentence?
Here is “rolly” used in a sentence: “The suitcase has rolly wheels that make it easy to drag through the airport.”
What part of speech is “rolly”?
“Rolly” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “rolly” have?
“Rolly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: able to roll easily, especially because of wheels.
