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roh-TUND/rəʊˈtʌnd/

Rotund means round and plump in shape: a rotund figure, rotund “full house” copy. Round (already in the dictionary) is everyday; plump talk is not a count.

Meaning

Round and plump in shape (from round, already in the dictionary).

Examples

• “A rotund “full house” figure is still not a count; count the seats.”
• “Round is already in this course. Plump is the close twin. Packed is a vibe. A number on a certificate is the rule. Count the seats; then keep the figure if the cap still holds.”

Good to know

Round and plump. Everyday: round (already in the dictionary). Packed copy ≠ a count.

Near in meaning

plump, rounded, portly

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