"rondavel" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /ɹɒnˈdɑːv(ə)l/ [UK] Forms: rondavels [plural]
Etymology: From Afrikaans rondawel. Etymology templates: {{der|en|af|rondawel}} Afrikaans rondawel Head templates: {{en-noun}} rondavel (plural rondavels)
  1. (South Africa) A traditional circular design of house, typically with a conical roof, commonly thatched. Still used in rural regions, but also popular as a theme in the ambience of resorts, either as chalets or as cheap utility buildings. Wikipedia link: rondavel Tags: South-Africa

Inflected forms

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