around

//əˈraʊnd//
A1Frequency Level 3Neutral
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Preposition

1

On all sides of; encircling or surrounding something

We sat around the table.

2

In or to various places within a particular area

We walked around the city all day.

3

So as to rotate or turn in a circle

The wheel spins around.

4

Approximately; close to a particular number, time, or amount

The meeting will start around 3 o'clock.

Adverb

1

On every side; in a circle or circular motion

The children danced around in a circle.

2

In or to various places; here and there

We walked around the city all day.

3

Present or available in a place

Is there a doctor around?

4

In the opposite direction; so as to face the other way

Turn around and look at me.

around - Deep Vocabulary