also: ぐるりと
turning around; going around; rotating
Describes a single sweeping rotational movement, often of one's body, head, or a vehicle making a turn.
He turned around quickly.
車が交差点をぐるっと回った。
The car went around the intersection.
surrounding; encircling
Describes something encircling or surrounding an area, often with a sense of completeness.
城は高い壁でぐるっと囲まれている。
The castle is completely surrounded by high walls.
I went all the way around the park before heading home.
That village is completely encircled by mountains.
I looked all around the room to check I hadn't left anything behind.
I turned my neck around in a big circle and relaxed my shoulders.