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† ˈcontra-ˌround Obs. [ad. It. contrarondo (Florio 1598), f. contra against, counter + rondo round.] (See quot.)
1598Barret Theor. Warres Gloss. 250 Contra Round..is a certaine number of commanders and officers going, visiting the Corps de guard, watches, Sentinels, and also the Roundes, to see if they performe their duties and be vigilant and carefull. Ibid. ii. i. 17 To visite and revisite them..making his Contraround with great care. |