round
UK: raʊnd | US: raʊnd
adj. shaped like a circle or sphere
adj. (of a number) expressed to the nearest whole unit
n. a circular or recurring course or series
vt. to make or become round
adv. in a circular direction or position
The word "round" traces back to Old French rond (meaning "circular"), derived from Latin rotundus (meaning "wheel-shaped" or "spherical"). The Latin root rota ("wheel") is also the source of words like "rotate" and "rotund." Over time, "round" expanded in English to describe not just physical circularity but also numerical approximation ("round numbers") and recurring events ("rounds of talks").
The moon appears round in the night sky.
She rounded the corners of the table for safety.
The doctor made his rounds at the hospital.
Please round 3.7 to the nearest whole number.
They sat in a round circle to discuss the plan.