roundhouse
What is another word for roundhouse? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A punch or kick delivered in a wide, sweeping arc rather than a straight line.
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How to use roundhouse
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
roundhouse kick
roundhouse punch
Etymology
From round + house, likely modeled on the Dutch word rondhuis ("guardhouse").
Full origin of roundhouse →Frequently asked questions
What does “roundhouse” mean?
The word “roundhouse” means a punch or kick delivered in a wide, sweeping arc rather than a straight line. In plain terms, most commonly heard today as "roundhouse kick" — a wide, swinging martial-arts strike.
How do you pronounce “roundhouse”?
“Roundhouse” is pronounced ROWND-hows (/ˈɹaʊndˌhaʊs/ in IPA).
How do you use “roundhouse” in a sentence?
Here is “roundhouse” used in a sentence: “He landed a roundhouse kick straight to the pads.”
What part of speech is “roundhouse”?
“Roundhouse” is a noun.
Where does the word “roundhouse” come from?
The word “roundhouse” comes from Dutch. From round + house, likely modeled on the Dutch word rondhuis ("guardhouse").
How many meanings does “roundhouse” have?
“Roundhouse” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a punch or kick delivered in a wide, sweeping arc rather than a straight line.
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