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Meaning of rouleau

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

rouleau

noun

Definitions

  1. A little roll; a roll of coins put up in paper, or something resembling such a roll.

  2. A decorative technique that involves creating patterns with piping, cording or bias tape. A rouleau loop uses the same cord or piping as a way of fastening buttons, most notably down the back of bridal gowns.

    Example: rouleau loop

  3. (chiefly in the plural) A stack of aggregated red blood cells, as seen in certain haematological and other diseases.

  4. (fortification) One of a bundle of fascines to cover besiegers.