What does circle mean?
Circle means (geometry) 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)..
Circle
/ˈsɜɹkəl/ · noun
Meaning
(geometry) 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 by Sense
- (geometry) 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).
- (colloquial) 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.
- Any shape, curve or arrangement of objects that approximates to or resembles the geometric figures.
- A specific group of persons; especially one who shares a common interest.
- The orbit of an astronomical body.
- (cricket) A line comprising two semicircles of 30 yards radius centred on the wickets joined by straight lines parallel to the pitch used to enforce field restrictions in a one-day match.
- (Wicca) A ritual circle that is cast three times deosil and closes three times widdershins either in the air with a wand or literally with stones or other items used for worship.
- (South Africa, Philippines, India, Dundee) A traffic circle or roundabout.
Example Sentences
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).
Near-synonyms: coil, ring, loop
Children, please join hands and form a circle.
inner circle
circle of friends
literary circle
As his name gradually became known, the circle of his acquaintance widened.
At half-past nine on this Saturday evening, the parlour of the Salutation Inn, High Holborn, contained most of its customary visitors.[…]In former days every tavern of repute kept such a room for its own select circle, a club, or society, of habitués, who met every evening, for a pipe and a cheerful glass.
Synonyms for circle
Antonyms for circle
Related Words
Word Forms
- circles
- circling
- circled
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for circle?
Common synonyms include disc, disk, round, coil.
What is the opposite of circle?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use circle in a sentence?
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).
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