jelly roll
Definition
A thin rectangular sheet of sponge cake spread with jelly, jam, or cream and rolled into a cylindrical shape, similar to a Swiss roll.
(Slang, dated) A euphemism for the female genitalia or sexual intercourse, originating in early 20th-century American blues and jazz contexts.
(Quilting) A bundle of pre-cut fabric strips, typically 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) wide by the full width of the fabric, popularized by Moda Fabrics for quick quilting projects.
(Derogatory slang) An overweight person, referring to a protruding belly resembling the rolled cake.
Examples
After devouring three slices of Grandma's jelly roll, he declared it the true MVP of Thanksgiving—far superior to any football game.
She unrolled her jelly roll at the quilting circle, unleashing a rainbow of fabrics that made everyone jealous of her speedy patchwork dreams.
His belly jiggled like a poorly baked jelly roll after attempting that viral TikTok dance challenge.
In the old blues tune, the singer begged for his baby's jelly roll, proving sweets have tempted hearts since the 1920s.