roll

1. roll (verb) — sense 1

Definition: To revolve by turning over and over; to move by turning on a horizontal axis; to impel forward with a revolving motion on a supporting surface.

Example: To roll a wheel, a ball, or a barrel.

2. roll (verb) — sense 2

Definition: To wrap (something) round on itself; to form into a spherical or cylindrical body by causing to turn over and over.

Example: To roll a sheet of paper; to roll clay or putty into a ball.

3. roll (verb) — sense 3

Definition: To bind or involve by winding, as with a bandage; to enwrap; often with up.

Example: To roll up the vase in bubble wrap.

4. roll (noun) — sense 4

Definition: The act or result of rolling, or state of being rolled.

Example: the roll of a ball

5. roll (noun) — sense 5

Definition: Something formed into a compact shape by being rolled up.

Example: a roll of banknotes

6. roll (noun) — sense 6

Definition: A forward or backward roll in gymnastics; going head over heels. A tumble.