roundel

Definition

Anything having a round form; a round figure; a circle.

Etymology

From Middle English roundel, rundel, rondel, from Old French rondel (“something round and flat”), a diminutive of rond (“round”). More at round.

Example Sentences

• "the London Underground roundel"
• "The Overground has been given a seat at the Underground table. It has the roundel, the Johnston typeface, and it is on the Tube map."
• "Come, now a roundel and a fairy song ... Fairies sing."