Around ( preposition , adverb )

(As a preposition)

Around ( preposition )

1. In the vicinity of.
2. In a circle or circular path round.
3. So as to encircle.

Origin:

Old english on rond "on the round", later influenced by old norse rund "around".

Examples:

1. I will walk around the city.
2. He is walking around the house.
3. She is looking around.
4. I will drive around the block.
5. They are playing around.

(As an adverb)

Around ( adverb )

1. In the vicinity of.
2. In a circle or circular path round.
3. So as to encircle.

Origin:

Old english on rond "on the round", later influenced by old norse rund "around".

Examples:

1. I will walk around the city.
2. He is walking around the house.
3. She is looking around.
4. I will drive around the block.
5. They are playing around.