round robin

or round-robin

noun

1. a sequence or series.
2. a petition, remonstrance, or the like, having the signatures arranged in circular form so as to disguise the order of signing.
3. a letter, notice, or the like, circulated from person to person in a group, often with individual comments being added by each.
4. Sports. a tournament in which all of the entrants play each other at least once, failure to win a contest not resulting in elimination.

round robin

noun

1. a letter, esp a petition or protest, having the signatures in a circle in order to disguise the order of signing
2. any letter or petition signed by a number of people
3. a tournament, as in a competitive game or sport, in which each player plays against every other player

Word History and Origins

Origin of round robin¹

First recorded in 1540–50

Example Sentences

Men all in a panic of fear; sent a round robin, asking to have double watch, as they fear to be alone.

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They would be in round-robin communication with each other, yet never out of contact with the other stations.

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We will take the initiative as soon as the men arrive, and we'll show them that they can't levy tribute on Round Robin Ranch.

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Round Robin Ranch was the largest and richest sheep ranch in the district.

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The men of Round Robin Ranch had discovered the abduction, and were in pursuit.

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