round out
B2 neutral separable transitive
In simple words
To add the final pieces that make something feel complete and balanced.
Literal meaning: To make something round and complete on the outside — fairly transparent.
Meanings
1 B2 neutral
To add elements that complete or bring balance to something.
"Taking a public speaking course would really round out your professional skill set."
Grammar: separable
2 C1 neutral
To become fuller or more developed in shape or character.
"Her voice rounded out beautifully as she matured as a singer."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Common in discussions of skills, portfolios, meals, seasons, and careers. Implies that the thing being completed becomes fuller and more well-rounded as a result. More common in American English than British English.
Commonly used with
skills portfolio season career diet experience
Forms
Base
round out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
rounds out
he/she/it
Past simple
rounded out
yesterday
Past participle
rounded out
have + pp
-ing form
rounding out
continuous
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