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roundup

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈraʊndʌp/

KK: /ˈraʊndʌp/

noun
Definition

A collection or summary of information, often about news or events, or the act of gathering people or animals together.


Example

The news roundup provided a brief overview of the day's most important stories.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you catch the news roundup this morning?
Sloth B
No, I missed it. What were the highlights?
Sloth A
They talked about the weather and some local events in the roundup.
Sloth B
Sounds interesting! I'll have to check it out later.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
gathering
summary
herd
Antonyms
dispersal
separation
division
Root Explanation

Roundup → The word is formed from "round" (from Old English "rund", meaning circular or spherical) and "up" (meaning to a higher position or level). The term "roundup" refers to the act of gathering or collecting things together in a circular or comprehensive manner.

Memory Tip

Think of gathering things together in a circular way, as 'round' suggests a shape and 'up' indicates bringing them together.

Visually Confused Words

No commonly confused words.

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