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roundly

adverb

Form of round , adverb of round.

Simple meaning

Utterly or thoroughly.

Pronunciation

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rowndlee

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ˈɹaʊndli

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Definition

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adverb

  1. Utterly or thoroughly.

  2. Boldly; openly.

  3. Generally.

  4. Circularly.

  5. Briskly.

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  • roundnounBase word

    A charge of ammunition for a single shot.

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  • roundernounPerson or profession

    A dissolute person.

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