rollout

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noun

roll·​out ˈrōl-ˌau̇t How to pronounce rollout (audio)
1
: the public introduction of a new aircraft
broadly : the widespread public introduction of a new product
2
: a football play in which the quarterback rolls to the left or right

roll out

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verb

rolled out; rolling out; rolls out

intransitive verb

: to get out of bed

transitive verb

: to introduce (something, such as a new product) especially for widespread sale to the public

Examples of rollout in a Sentence

Noun the national rollout of a new wireless service Verb you'll have to roll out by at least 8:00 a.m. in order to get there on time
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Noun
The Middle East expansion follows the brand’s successful launch at Sephora Mexico in August 2025, its first major international rollout since 2021. Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 13 Jan. 2026 The rollout of these drone delivery programs has been infrequent due to regulatory holdups regarding the safety of the technology, and the ability for drones to operate in poor weather conditions. Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 13 Jan. 2026
Verb
Ricci’s was originally slated to open in late 2025, but now the hoagies are slated to start rolling out next month. Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 2026 With no trackers to find bags and smartphones just rolling out, the focus was more on clothing than technology. Kristine Hansen, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for rollout

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1947, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

1884, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

Time Traveler
The first known use of rollout was in 1884

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“Rollout.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rollout. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.

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