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piano roll
n.
A roll of paper containing perforations corresponding to the notes of a musical composition, used in operating a player piano.
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piano roll
n
(Music, other) a perforated roll of paper actuating the playing mechanism of a Pianola. Also called: music roll
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pian′o roll`
n.
a roll of paper containing perforations such that air passing through them actuates the keys of a player piano.
[1925–30]
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Piano roll
The perforated roll of paper that controlled the hammers of a Player piano.
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