Roly-poly (Noun)
Meaning 1
A rotund individual.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The roly-poly gentleman struggled to fit into the small chair at the dinner table.
- After a few too many helpings of dessert, he had become a bit of a roly-poly.
- His roly-poly physique made it difficult for him to keep up with the group on the hike.
- The roly-poly actor was typecast in comedic roles due to his rounded appearance.
- Despite his roly-poly build, he was surprisingly agile on the dance floor.
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Meaning 2
Pudding made of suet pastry spread with jam or fruit and rolled up and baked or steamed.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.