Rotunda

/roʊˈtʌndə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A round building or room, typically covered by a dome.

The museum's rotunda is adorned with beautiful art installations.

A circular building or hall.

The city hall features a grand rotunda that serves as the centerpiece for public events.

A domed or vaulted building or structure.

Visitors are often impressed by the rotunda of the state capitol.

From Latin 'rotundus', meaning 'round'.

in the rotunda

referring to a gathering or meeting held in a circular space.

the rotunda effect

a design feature that emphasizes circularity in architecture.

dome

A rounded vault forming the roof of a building or structure.

circular

Having the shape of a circle.

A large gathering place.

The party turned into a real rotunda with everyone showing up.

A place known for its round shape.

They always call that park the rotunda because of its design.