: rubbed or spread on the body with a bottle that has a rolling ball set into its top
a roll-on deodorant
: something (as deodorant) that is rubbed or spread on the body with a bottle that has a rolling ball set into its top
deodorants sold as roll-ons, sprays, or sticks
British, informal
—used to say that one wants a time or event to come quickly
Roll on Friday. I can't wait for the weekend!
Examples of roll-on in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Lori Ann Larocco, NBC News, 4 Apr. 2024
Mahalo Muscle Relief is a roll-on product that can be used on any part of your body that needs a little extra care.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
The product also comes with an easy roll-on applicator to keep your hands from getting the messy, dirty applications.
—Danielle Zoellner, Verywell Health, 26 Mar. 2024
Normally used to transport vehicles worldwide, the giant roll-on/roll-off vessel has now become a tourist attraction for curious locals who are shuttled out to the massive vessel in small boats.
—Scott McLean, CNN, 14 Mar. 2024
Application Type: Deodorants and antiperspirants are available in a variety of forms: solid, roll-on, gel, crystal, and wipes.
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 22 Feb. 2024
Editor Tip: Many parents find roll-on sunscreens easier to apply than sticks or lotions, particularly for squirmy babies.
—Macaela MacKenzie, Allure, 1 Jan. 2024
This clear liquid, which comes in a roll-on, has never done me wrong.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 29 Dec. 2023
Pricing varies depending on the ingredients, but is surprisingly affordable at around $15 to $20 for a small roll-on vial.
—Lucky Benson, New York Times, 14 Dec. 2023
Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Feb. 2023
Adjective
There are ten vessels stranded at the Port of Baltimore, including one roll-on/roll-off vessel loaded with cars, farm equipment, and trucks stranded in the port.
—Lori Ann Larocco, NBC News, 4 Apr. 2024
Mahalo Muscle Relief is a roll-on product that can be used on any part of your body that needs a little extra care.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
The product also comes with an easy roll-on applicator to keep your hands from getting the messy, dirty applications.
—Danielle Zoellner, Verywell Health, 26 Mar. 2024
Normally used to transport vehicles worldwide, the giant roll-on/roll-off vessel has now become a tourist attraction for curious locals who are shuttled out to the massive vessel in small boats.
—Scott McLean, CNN, 14 Mar. 2024
Application Type: Deodorants and antiperspirants are available in a variety of forms: solid, roll-on, gel, crystal, and wipes.
—Katrina Cossey, Parents, 22 Feb. 2024
Editor Tip: Many parents find roll-on sunscreens easier to apply than sticks or lotions, particularly for squirmy babies.
—Macaela MacKenzie, Allure, 1 Jan. 2024
This clear liquid, which comes in a roll-on, has never done me wrong.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 29 Dec. 2023
Pricing varies depending on the ingredients, but is surprisingly affordable at around $15 to $20 for a small roll-on vial.
—Lucky Benson, New York Times, 14 Dec. 2023
Noun
But don't use a roll-on or stick—only a spray deodorant will work.
—Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Feb. 2023
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“Roll-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/roll-on. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.
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