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!