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Rolling

rolling
1. Rotating on an axis, or moving along a surface by rotation; turning over and over as if on an axis or a pivot; as, a rolling wheel or ball.
2. Moving on wheels or rollers, or as if on wheels or rollers; as, a rolling chair.
3. Having gradual, rounded undulations of surface; as, a rolling country; rolling land. Rolling bridge. See the note under Drawbridge. Rolling circle of a paddle wheel, the circle described by the point whose velocity equals the velocity of the ship. Rolling fire, tackle used to steady the yards when the ship rolls heavily.

Last updated on February 26th, 2021

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