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around

/əˈraʊnd/

[/əˈraʊnd/]

approximately; surrounding

Beginneradverb, preposition

Definition

Approximately, or in a position surrounding something.

Example

I'll be there around six.

I'll be there around six.

Etymology

From 'a-' (on) plus 'round'.

How & Where It’s Used

Very common for approximation and location.

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