Synonyms for

Roundup

Verb / ˈraʊˌndʌp / Another word for roundup — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Roundup means the act of bringing together or collecting something or someone.

Synonyms & similar words

collection gather assembly roundup muster rally gathering herding corral harvest crop stockpile amass mass pile heap stack aggregate accumulation clustering

Synonyms by register

Formal

compilation collection summary digest

Informal

recap summary wrap-up overview

Literary

gathering assemblage muster

Antonyms

scatter disperse individual separate unorganized fragmented

Common collocations

  • news roundup
  • market roundup
  • weekly roundup
  • daily roundup
  • end-of-year roundup
  • cattle roundup
  • police roundup
  • information roundup

Word family

noun roundup
verb round up

Usage note

The term 'roundup' can refer to both a collection of information (like a news roundup) and the act of gathering animals or people. Be mindful of the context to avoid confusion.

Example sentences

  1. The roundup of all the toys in the room was done quickly.
  2. The roundup of all the students for the field trip was successful.
  3. The roundup of all the criminals took months to complete.
  4. The roundup of all the books for the library was a big project.
  5. The roundup of all the ingredients for the recipe was time-consuming.

Quotes

  • The roundup of all the volunteers was a great success.
  • The roundup of all the animals on the farm was a big job.
  • The roundup of all the employees for the meeting was done efficiently.

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