# rouleau

> English word · Noun · IPA /ɹuːˈləʊ/ · frequency rank #90,915

## 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.
3. A stack of aggregated red blood cells, as seen in certain haematological and other diseases.
4. One of a bundle of fascines to cover besiegers.

## Etymology
Borrowed from French rouleau.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/rouleau