Simple meaning
What does Around mean?
Around means on every side, in a circle, or nearby.
Dictionary definition
On every side of something, moving in a circle, or close to a place; it can also mean a number that is close.
Example sentences
Around in a sentence
easy
We ran around the playground.
medium
She looked around for her water bottle.
hard
Around twenty families came to the school fair.
Synonyms
Words like Around
nearbyUse when something is close to you.
aboutUse when a number is close but not exact.
Antonyms
Opposite words
throughUse when moving into one side and out the other.
awayUse when moving farther from a place.
Word family
Around word family
Base word
around
verb
surround
To be around something on all sides.
adjective
around-the-clock
Happening all day and night.
adjective
round
Shaped like a circle.
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Which meaning fits around?
Around can describe place, movement, or a close amount.
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