English Explanatory Dictionary

round table

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A conference at which participants of similar status discuss and exchange views.
  2. A television show segment in which pundits or reporters discuss current events.
  3. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see round, table.
name
  1. King Arthur's table in the Arthurian legend, around which he and his knights congregate, all having equal status since the table has no head.

Pronunciation

/ˈɹaʊn(d).teɪbl̩/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-round table.wav

Word forms

round table round tables the Round Table

Etymology

From Middle English rounde table, ronde tabell, equivalent to round + table.

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