roundhouse
Translation
roundhouse kick, roundhouse
Examples
He delivered a powerful roundhouse kick.
He delivered a powerful roundhouse kick.
The old steam engine was in the roundhouse.
The old steam engine was in the roundhouse.
Grammar Patterns
a roundhouse kick a type of kick in martial arts He landed a roundhouse kick to his opponent's head.
Similar Words
Synonyms: swinging kick (for the kick), engine shed (for the building)
Etymology
From 'round' + 'house'. Refers to a kick with a round motion or a building that is round in shape.
Memory Tips
Picture a fighter's leg swinging in a 'round' arc, or a train entering a 'round house'.