rolling pin

noun

: a long cylinder for rolling out dough

Examples of rolling pin in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Using a rolling pin, roll over top of dough, pressing firmly to seal and score ravioli. Sheryl Geerts, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2024 After laying down wax paper on a cutting board, instead of breaking out a rolling pin, Davis grabbed a serving bowl. Marina Watts, Peoplemag, 28 May 2024 Flatten each croissant by pressing down with a rolling pin, or heavy pot, sealing ham & cheese inside of the croissant. Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2024 Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound the chicken until each piece is about the same thickness as the others, between ½ inch and ¾ inch. Lidey Heuck, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for rolling pin 

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Word History

First Known Use

1563, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of rolling pin was in 1563

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“Rolling pin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rolling%20pin. Accessed 11 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

rolling pin

noun
: a cylinder (as of wood) used to roll out dough

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