Roundabout

Definition of Roundabout

Round´a`bout`
a.1.Circuitous; going round; indirect; as, roundabout speech.
We have taken a terrible roundabout road.
- Burke.
2.Encircling; enveloping; comprehensive.
n.1.A large horizontal wheel or frame, commonly with wooden horses, etc., on which children ride; a merry-go-round; a carousel.
2.A dance performed in a circle.
3.A short, close jacket worn by boys, sailors, etc.
4.A state or scene of constant change, or of recurring labor and vicissitude.
5.a traffic circle.

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