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Circle

/ˈsɜɹkəl/

A two-dimensional geometric figure, a line, consisting of the set of all those points in a plane that are equally distant from a given point (center).

📖 Definitions of "Circle"

noun
  1. 1

    A two-dimensional geometric figure, a line, consisting of the set of all those points in a plane that are equally distant from a given point (center).

    "The set of all points (x, y) such that (x − 1)2 + y2 = r2 is a circle of radius r around the point (1, 0)."

  2. 2

    A two-dimensional geometric figure, a disk, consisting of the set of all those points of a plane at a distance less than or equal to a fixed distance (radius) from a given point.

  3. 3

    Any shape, curve or arrangement of objects that approximates to or resembles the geometric figures.

    "Children, please join hands and form a circle."

  4. 4

    A specific group of persons; especially one who shares a common interest.

    "circle of friends"

verb
  1. 1

    To travel around along a curved path.

    "The wolves circled the herd of deer."

  2. 2

    To surround.

    "A high fence circles the enclosure."

  3. 3

    To place or mark a circle around.

    "Circle the jobs that you are interested in applying for."

  4. 4

    To travel in circles.

    "Vultures circled overhead."

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