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单词 rollway
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Definition of rollway in English:

rollway

noun ˈrəʊlweɪ
North American
  • 1A natural slope on the bank of a river, or a passageway on the side of a hill or mountain, down which logs are rolled. Also: an area near a riverbank where logs are stored while awaiting transportation.

  • 2A pile or stack of logs on a riverbank awaiting transportation.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in Daily National Intelligencer (Washington). From roll + way.

 
 

Definition of rollway in US English:

rollway

nounˈrəʊlweɪ
North American
  • 1A natural slope on the bank of a river, or a passageway on the side of a hill or mountain, down which logs are rolled. Also: an area near a riverbank where logs are stored while awaiting transportation.

  • 2A pile or stack of logs on a riverbank awaiting transportation.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in Daily National Intelligencer (Washington). From roll + way.

 
 
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