Definition for

roundabout


Circuitous; tortuous; indirect.

Comprehensive; taking a wide range.

Encircling; surrounding; encompassing.

noun – A large horizontal revolving frame, carrying small wooden horses and carriages, sometimes elephants, etc., on or in which children ride; a merry-go-round.

noun – A round dance.

noun – A scene of incessant revolution, change, or vicissitude.

noun – An arm-chair with rounded back and sides.

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