Meaning 1 · most common
regain consciousness
To become conscious again after fainting, an injury or an anaesthetic.
Example
A: Has Maya come round yet?
B: Yes, but she's still very confused.
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Meaning 1 · most common
To become conscious again after fainting, an injury or an anaesthetic.
Example
A: Has Maya come round yet?
B: Yes, but she's still very confused.
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Meaning 2
To come round is to visit someone at their home, usually for a short or informal visit.
Example
A: Are you free on Saturday?
B: Yes, come round to mine in the afternoon.
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