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Added 9 October 2026

roundabout

/ˈɹaʊndəˌbaʊt/ noun

noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about roundabout at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

A road junction at which traffic streams circularly around a central island.
the accident blocked all traffic at the rotary
A large, rotating machine with seats for children to ride or amusement.

adjective

Marked by obliqueness or indirection in speech or conduct.
the explanation was circuitous and puzzling
Deviating from a straight course.
a scenic but devious route

Origin

From round + about [from early 20th c.].

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