Rondavel
//ɹɒnˈdɑːv(ə)l// noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 A traditional circular design of house, typically with a conical roof, commonly thatched. Still used in rural regions, but also popular as a theme in the ambience of resorts, either as chalets or as cheap utility buildings. South-Africa
"For instance those households which only have a single dwelling unit may use it as a kitchen, living room and sleeping room whether it be a hut, a rondavel or a house."
Example
More examples"For instance those households which only have a single dwelling unit may use it as a kitchen, living room and sleeping room whether it be a hut, a rondavel or a house."
Etymology
From Afrikaans rondawel.
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