rounds

word · lemma: round

/ˈɹaʊndz/
rowndz
/ɹˈaʊndz/
rowndz

Definition

'Rounds' is the plural of 'round'. It can mean repeated visits along a route, stages in a process or competition, or sets of drinks bought for a group.

Usage & Nuances

Meaning depends strongly on context. Common patterns: 'do the rounds' (visit/check regularly or circulate widely), 'hospital rounds', 'first/second rounds', and 'buy a round'. Don't assume it only relates to shape.

Example Sentences

They bought three rounds of coffee.

basic

The doctor makes rounds every morning.

basic

Our team won the first two rounds.

basic

This rumor has been doing the rounds at the office all week.

natural

We made a few rounds of the shops before finding the right gift.

natural

After two rounds, everyone at the table was a lot more relaxed.

natural