Word Meaning

circle definition and meaning

n. A plane figure, bounded by a single curve line called its circumference, every part of which is equally distant from a point within it, called the center.
n. The line that bounds such a figure; a circumference; a ring.
n. An instrument of observation, the graduated limb of which consists of an entire circle.
n. A round body; a sphere; an orb.
n. Compass; circuit; inclosure.
n. A company assembled, or conceived to assemble, about a central point of interest, or bound by a common tie; a class or division of society; a coterie; a set.
n. A circular group of persons; a ring.
n. A series ending where it begins, and repeating itself.
n. A form of argument in which two or more unproved statements are used to prove each other; inconclusive reasoning.
n. Indirect form of words; circumlocution.
n. A territorial division or district.
n. To move around; to revolve around.
n. To encompass, as by a circle; to surround; to inclose; to encircle.
v. i. To move circularly; to form a circle; to circulate.

Crossword clues for circle

- Aureole
- Circus ring
- Cleric goes round a circuit and can become vicious
- Draw line around
- London Tube line
- Make Cecil wrap right ring
- Revolve around
- Ring group of people
- Ring shape
- Rink
- Round figure
- Round plane figure
- Run rings around close-knit group of friends
- Wheel
- Wheel shape