The term 'out of round' can be described as an object that is not circular or OVAL in shape. The crossword solution for this term is 'OVAL', which is a four-letter word. An OVAL is a closed curve in a plane, which is symmetrical about its major axis and resembles a circle but is not one. It is often used to describe the shape of objects such as eggs, footballs, and other objects that are not perfectly round.