Definition of «round hole»

A round hole is a type of opening or receptacle that is circular in shape and has no corners. It can refer to any kind of hole, such as one drilled into a piece of wood, metal or plastic, but it usually implies an opening with specific dimensions designed for a particular purpose. For example, the term "round hole" might be used when referring to the size and shape of a screw, bolt or other fastener that requires a circular-shaped depression in order to fit properly into place. In this context, it means having an exact match between the shape of the opening and the object being inserted into it.

Sentences with «round hole»

  • Even the aperture of the camera is found on location — anything like a leaf or shell with a tiny round hole will do. (visualnews.com)
  • His contributions to the now legendary exhibitions op losse schroeven / Square Pegs in Round Holes in Amsterdam 1969 and When Attitudes Become Form in Bern that same year consolidated his international reputation as a maker not only of his famed Statements, but also of drawings, films and books. (artsy.net)
  • Too often, court solutions seem like pounding square pegs into round holes based on limited information. (divorcesource.com)
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