roller
noun/ˈroʊlər/
Frequency rank: #4,282 most common English word
Meaning
a cylinder-shaped tool that rolls over a surface to spread paint or flatten material.
Example sentence
The painter applied the paint evenly across the wide wall using roller to get a smooth finish.
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