Beroll

/bɪˈroʊl/ verb

Definition

To roll something up or cover something by rolling it around an object.

Etymology

From Old English 'be-' (prefix meaning to make or cause) + 'roll' (from Old Norse 'rolla'). The prefix 'be-' often transforms nouns into verbs indicating a thorough or complete action.

Kelly Says

This Old English prefix 'be-' is a linguistic time machine—it appears in words like 'bedazzle,' 'besmirch,' and 'beguile,' all meaning to thoroughly do something, and it's been working the same way for over 1,000 years!

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