Meaning of the word roundup in English

What does roundup mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

roundup

US /ˈrɑʊndˌʌp/

UK /ˈraʊnd.ʌp/

the act of collecting or gathering people or things, especially animals

Example:

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The annual cattle roundup brings all the ranchers together.

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Police conducted a roundup of suspects in the area.

Synonym:

gathering collection assembly muster raid

a summary or report of information or events

Example:

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Here's a quick roundup of the day's news.

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The financial roundup showed strong growth.

Synonym:

summary overview report digest compilation

to collect or gather people or things, especially animals

Example:

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The cowboys worked to round up the stray cattle.

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We need to round up all the volunteers for the event.

Synonym:

gather collect assemble muster corral