Definitions

1. noun

A circular or curved shape; a circuit or path that is circular or curved.

“The hikers completed a round trip through the mountains.”

2. verb

To make or become round in shape; to bring to a circular or curved shape.

“She rounded the edges of the stone to make it smoother.”

3. adjective

Circular or curved in shape; forming a complete circuit or path.

“The round window of the church let in plenty of natural light.”

4. adverb

Completely; entirely.

“I’m roundly opposed to that idea.”

5. noun

A group of people or things that are considered equal or on the same level; a social class or group.

“The round table was meant to bring together representatives from different backgrounds.”

6. verb

To give or receive money or goods to or from someone.

“The charity rounded up donations from the local community.”

7. verb

To speak or say something in a loud and forceful voice.

“The politician rounded on his opponent in the debate.”

8. adverb

Completely; entirely.

“The company rounded its profits at the end of the year.”

9. noun

A series of events or a period of time; a turn or a stage in a competition.

“The company went through a tough round of layoffs last year.”

10. noun

A type of game or competition; a set of questions or tasks to be completed.

“The trivia round was the most popular part of the game show.”

11. noun

A type of astronomical event; a celestial occurrence.

“The astronomers studied the effects of the solar round on the planet’s climate.”

12. noun

A type of decorative element; a circular or curved shape used in design.

“The designer incorporated a round motif into the pattern.”