roundel

noun

roun·​del ˈrau̇n-dᵊl 

1

: a round figure or object (such as a circular panel, window, or niche)

2

a

: rondel sense 2a

b

: an English modified rondeau

Synonyms of roundel

• circle
• ring
• round
• orb

Examples of roundel in a Sentence

the windows in the colonial-era statehouse are roundels

Recent Examples on the Web

This suggests that the front will be adorned with BMW’s trademark roundel. —Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 5 Jan. 2026

Three-quarters of the way down the body of the plane, a roundel graphic is present and features a motif airline enthusiasts will immediately recognize: an eagle connecting the world. —Eileen Falkenberg-Hull, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Oct. 2025

The roundel symbol, an insignia displayed on aircraft across all U.S. military branches, is featured prominently on the shoulders of this patriotic very look of red, white and blue. —Matt Weyrich, Baltimore Sun, 11 Dec. 2024

This package delivers a gorgeous shade of Aventurine Green Metallic paint, a decal set in white, and customizable roundel race numbers. —Bradley Brownell / Jalopnik, Quartz, 16 Aug. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French rondel, roundel, from rund round — more at round

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1