Definitions

1. noun

A road junction that is not an intersection, but has traffic circulating around a central island.

“The tourists got lost in the roundabout and ended up on the wrong side of town.”

2. adverb

Indirectly, by circuitous means.

“She managed to get to the store roundabout, by taking a few detours along the way.”

3. verb

To move or cause to move in a roundabout way, especially in order to avoid something.

“The hikers had to roundabout their way through the forest to avoid the steep cliffs.”

4. adjective

Not direct or straightforward; circuitous.

“The roundabout route took us hours to complete, but it was worth it for the beautiful scenery.”