1 rolamite | Definition of rolamite

rolamite

noun
ro·​la·​mite | \ ˈrōləˌmīt\
plural -s

Definition of rolamite

: a nearly frictionless elementary mechanism consisting of two or more rollers inserted in the loops of a flexible metal or plastic band with the band acting to turn the rollers whose movement can be directed to perform various functions

First Known Use of rolamite

1968, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for rolamite

roll + -amite, of unknown origin

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