round hand

American  

noun

1. a style of handwriting in which the letters are round, full, and clearly separated.

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round hand British  

noun

1. a style of handwriting with large rounded curves Compare italic copperplate

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Etymology

Origin of round hand

First recorded in 1675–85

Example Sentences

“Elmo,” Boo says, walking to the TV with her round hand outstretched as if she were handing the penny to him.

From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko

You must remind me to set preparation every night, and you will write the same on the board in a fair round hand, that he who runs for tea may read.

From "Pip" A Romance of Youth by Hay, Ian

The stiff round hand, as much as the bald statement of want and desires, revealed a nature blind to all but its own ends.

From The Mystery of The Barranca by Whitaker, Herman

"She writes a good letter, considering that she sees so dimly;" and Amy called Martine's attention to the clear, round hand.

From Amy in Acadia A Story for Girls by Reed, Helen Leah

On one of these sheets she wrote, in her large, bold, round hand, a facsimile of the will which marriage had rendered invalid.

From A Duel by Marsh, Richard