Meaning & Definition of word "Round"

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!