rondo

n. a piece of music where the main tune returns several times between other different tunes.

n. a musical form or composition in which a principal theme recurs at least three times in the same key, interspersed with contrasting episodes.

“The final movement of the piano concerto was a lively rondo.”

“The composer utilized a classic rondo structure for the finale, ensuring the spirited main theme provided a familiar anchor for the listener.”

Technical

n. a game where one group of players tries to keep the ball while a smaller group tries to take it.

n. a training drill in association football where one group of players attempts to maintain possession in a circle while a smaller group in the center tries to intercept the ball.

“The team started their practice session with a quick rondo to improve their passing.”

“The coach emphasized the importance of the rondo for developing spatial awareness and rapid decision-making under pressure.”

n. a type of dark-skinned grape used to make red wine.

n. a dark-skinned, cold-hardy hybrid grape variety used primarily for wine production in northern climates.

“This vineyard grows Rondo grapes because they survive the cold winters well.”

“The winemaker noted that the Rondo grapes provided a deep color and high acidity, which balanced the blend perfectly.”

Technical

n. an old game played with small balls on a table for money.

n. A gambling game played with small balls on a table, now largely obsolete.

“The old book described men playing rondo in the back of the tavern.”

“Historical accounts of the district mention rondo as a popular pastime among the sailors during the nineteenth century.”

Archaic