Meaning & Definition of word "Round"

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    Round

    /raʊnd/

    noun:

    • 1. A circular object or event.
      • Example: She threw a round of applause for the performers.
    • 2. A stage in a competition.
      • Example: He advanced to the next round of the tournament.
    • 3. A series of events or occasions.
      • Example: We had our weekly round of meetings yesterday.

    verb:

    • 1. To make something round in shape.
      • Example: He rounded the edges of the table to prevent injuries.
    • 2. To go around something.
      • Example: The car rounded the corner smoothly.
    • 3. To increase a number to the nearest whole number.
      • Example: Please round the total cost to the nearest dollar.

    adjective:

    • 1. Having a shape like a circle or sphere.
      • Example: The ball is perfectly round.
    • 2. Characterized by fullness or completeness.
      • Example: She gave a round smile of satisfaction.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'runde', from Old French 'rond', from Latin 'rotundus', meaning 'round'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    round the clock:

    continuously, all day and night.

    round up:

    to gather a group of people or things.

    round about:

    approximately, more or less.

    Related Words

    roundness:

    the quality of being round.

    roundup:

    an act of bringing together.

    roundel:

    a circular emblem or design.

    Slang Meanings of round

    Meaning: A round of drinks.

    Example Sentence: Let's get a round in for everyone.

    Meaning: A round of applause.

    Example Sentence: That performance deserves a round!