Pronunciation

/ˈraʊnd/

Definitions

Noun

1. A round object or shape: “The table has a circular round top.”
2. A complete circuit or trip around something: “We drove around the city for sightseeing.”
3. A gathering or meeting of people: “Let’s have a round table discussion.”
4. An amount or quantity that is full or complete: “He scored a perfect round in the game.”
5. An instance of playing a game or participating in a competition: “She played three rounds of golf.”

Verb

1. To move in a circular motion: “The Ferris wheel rotates round and round.”
2. To travel around a course or area: “The marathon runners will round the corner soon.”
3. To go through a series of events or stages: “The project went through several rounds of revisions.”
4. To determine or decide on a winner after each set of matches: “They will round up the winners after every round.”

Adjective

1. Curved or circular in shape: “The round windows provided a unique view.”
2. Complete or entire: “The round-the-clock operation ensures constant availability.”
3. Of a particular time or turn: “It’s your turn in the round.”

Adverb

1. In a circular manner: “The path wound round the hillside.”
2. Throughout the entire period: “They discussed various topics round the table.”

Phrases

• “Round the clock” means continuously without interruption.
• “Go round” is a British colloquialism for “go around” or “visit each person.”
• “Take a turn around” refers to a walk or tour.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “He circled the roundabout twice before finding the exit.”
• Verb: “After finishing her shift, she went round to her friend’s house.”
• Adjective: “The round table provided ample space for all attendees.”
• Adverb: “We had a round-the-clock support team during the event.”

Synonyms

• Circular
• Cylindrical
• Full circle
• Complete
• Regular
• Circuitous
• Perimeter
• Orbit
• Tour