roundels

[US]/'raʊnd(ə)l/
[UK]/'raʊndl/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a small round disk; a circular ornament

Phrases & Collocations

aircraft roundel

Example Sentences

The assemblies are a direct replacement for older style incandescent bulbs, fitting into the roundel ring as a replacement for the existing roundel, reflector and bracket.

The airplane's roundel was clearly visible on the tail fin.

The roundel on the shield was a symbol of the knight's family.

She wore a roundel pendant around her neck.

The roundel of cheese was the perfect addition to the charcuterie board.

The artist painted a beautiful roundel on the ceiling of the church.

The roundel of the clock face was intricately designed.

The roundel of the basketball hoop made it easy to score points.

The roundel on the wine bottle indicated its vintage.

He collected roundels from different countries to display in his collection.

The roundel on the sports car identified its manufacturer.

Real-world Examples

But at the far end of the room, facing in the other direction, was another roundel.

Source: BBC documentary "A Hundred Treasures Talk About the Changes of Time"

The only direct Biblical references are the ten roundels surrounding the mirror, depicting the passion of Christ.

Source: Secrets of Masterpieces

Each roundel is about half the size of your little fingernail.

Source: Secrets of Masterpieces

But for me, there are several clues: The snuffed out candle, the roundels on her side depicting Christ's death, the dog at her feet and the possibility Giovanni is wearing mourning clothes.

Source: Secrets of Masterpieces

As you went into the room, the first thing you'd have seen on the floor was a roundel, with the mythical hero Bellerophon riding the flying horse Pegasus and overcoming the Chimaera, a monster combining a lion, a goat and a serpent.

Source: BBC documentary "A Hundred Treasures Talk About the Changes of Time"

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