Roundabout: meaning, definitions and examples
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roundabout
[ ˈraʊndəˌbaʊt ]
traffic flow
A circular road junction in which traffic must travel in one direction around a central island.
Synonyms
carousel, rotary, traffic circle
Examples of usage
- Make sure to yield to the traffic already in the roundabout.
- I missed my exit because I didn't know which lane to be in at the roundabout.
- The roundabout is designed to improve traffic flow and reduce accidents.
- The roundabout is easier to navigate than a traditional intersection.
- Drivers should signal their intentions when exiting the roundabout.
discussion
A discussion that does not lead to a conclusion or decision.
Synonyms
circuitous, indirect, rambling
Examples of usage
- We had a roundabout about where to go for dinner, but we still couldn't decide.
- The meeting turned into a roundabout with everyone sharing their opinions.
- After a long roundabout, we finally came to a consensus.
- The debate was long and roundabout, with no clear winner.
- Let's try to keep the discussion focused and avoid any roundabouts.
Translations
Translations of the word "roundabout" in other languages:
🇵🇹 rotatória
🇮🇳 राउंडअबाउट
🇩🇪 Kreisverkehr
🇮🇩 bundaran
🇺🇦 кільцева розв'язка
🇵🇱 rondo
🇯🇵 ロータリー
🇫🇷 rond-point
🇪🇸 rotonda
🇹🇷 dönel kavşak
🇰🇷 로터리
🇸🇦 دوار
🇨🇿 kruhový objezd
🇸🇰 kruhový objazd
🇨🇳 环形交叉路口
🇸🇮 krožišče
🇮🇸 hringtorg
🇰🇿 айналма жол
🇬🇪 მრგვალი მოედანი
🇦🇿 dairəvi yol
🇲🇽 glorieta
Etymology
The word 'roundabout' originated in the late 18th century from the combination of 'round' and 'about'. It was initially used to describe a circuitous or indirect route. Over time, it evolved to also refer to circular road junctions. Roundabouts have been used as a traffic management solution since the 1960s, with their popularity growing due to their safety benefits and efficiency in controlling traffic flow.
See also: around, round, roundaboutly, roundball, rounded, roundel, roundness, rounds.