round

/ˈɹaʊnd/

So as to form a circle or trace a circular path, or approximation thereof.

High above, vultures circled around.

So as to surround or be near.

Everybody please gather around.

Nearly; approximately; about.

An adult elephant weighs around five tons.

From place to place.

Look around and see what you find.

From one state or condition to an opposite or very different one; with a metaphorical change in direction; bringing about awareness or agreement.

He used to stay up late but his new girlfriend changed that around.

(with turn, spin etc.) So as to partially or completely rotate; so as to face in the opposite direction.

She spun around a few times.

Used with verbs to indicate repeated or continuous action, or in numerous locations or with numerous people.

I asked around, and no-one really liked it.

Used with certain verbs to suggest unproductive activity.