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merry-go-round

Syllabification: (mer·ry-go-round)
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Definition of merry-go-round

noun

  • a revolving machine with model horses or other animals on which people ride for amusement.
  • a large revolving device in a playground, for children to ride on.
  • a continuous cycle of activities or events, especially when perceived as having no purpose or producing no result:the football management merry-go-round

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