Definition of circle - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
shaperound area or piece of something
- He cut a circle of fabric for the quilt.
2.
social groupgroup of people with shared interests or activities
- She joined a circle of writers in the city.
3.
mathematicsTECH. round plane figure with every point equidistant from the centerTECH.
- The artist drew a perfect circle on the canvas.
4.
patternsRare series of events that repeat in a cycleRare
- The seasons form a natural circle every year.
5.
theater seatingRare UK curved section of seats in a theaterRare UK
- We sat in the circle to get a better view.
6.
transportationRare UK road junction where traffic moves around a central islandRare UK
- The new circle improved traffic flow in the town.
Verb
1.
drawingtr. draw a ring around something to mark ittr.
- Please circle the correct answers on the test.
2.
groupingtr./intr. form a group around something or someonetr./intr.
- The children circled around the storyteller, eager to hear the tale..
3.
movementtr./intr. move around something in a circular pathtr./intr.
- The plane circled the airport before landing.
Images of circle
round area or piece of something 
round plane figure with every point equidistant from the center 
curved section of seats in a theater 
road junction where traffic moves around a central island
Expressions with circle
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move in a circular path around something
The birds circle round the tree.
complete 360-degree rotation or path
The wheel made a full circle.
return to a previous topic or issue
Let's circle back to the budget discussion after lunch.
position of success or victory
She finally reached the winner's circle in her career.
the natural cycle of birth growth and death
The documentary beautifully depicted the circle of life in the animal kingdom.
bring something to a full and finished state
They worked hard to complete the circle on the project.
group of people trusted with personal information
She only shares secrets within her circle of trust.
complete a cycle and return to the start
After years of travel, she came full circle.
unite to defend against criticism or attack
The team decided to circle the wagons after the scandal.
group of people sharing common interests or professions
The writers formed a magic circle to share and critique their works..
try to solve a famously difficult problem
He attempted to square the circle of world peace.
attempt to do something impossible or very difficult
He tried to square this circle by pleasing everyone.
situation where problems keep causing more problems in a cycle
They are stuck in a vicious circle of debt and stress.
group of people with special privileges or status
She was finally accepted into the charmed circle.
process where a favorable outcome leads to more favorable outcomes
The company's investment in employee training created a virtuous circle of productivity and morale.
move in a circular path around something
The plane will circle around the airport before landing.
group of close friends who do things together
She has a supportive circle of friends.
social group of family members
We spent the holiday with our family circle.
large circular route or path
The tour included a grand circle of the city.
group of close friends or associates
She only shares secrets with her inner circle.
social gathering for sewing and chatting
The sewing circle meets every Wednesday afternoon.
group of people closely connected by interests or friendship
She only shares her secrets with her small circle of friends..
circular arrangement of stones
The garden featured a small stone circle.
group dance in a circle, often traditional or social
We joined the circle dance at the festival.
Origin of circle
Latin, circulus (small ring)
Terms with circle included in their meaning
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shape
related to or resembling a circle
mathematics
geometric figure like circle or square
physical movement
move eyes upward or in a circle
camping
circle of stones or metal to contain campfire
social circle
mutual friend within a group or community
physical movement
move closer together in a circle or group around something
natural phenomenon
circle of light around the sun or moon
symbols
symbol of peace, a circle with a vertical line and two branches
visual symbol
symbol representing peace, often a circle with lines
encircle
form a circle around something or someone
gathering
in a circle near a fire
stationery
flexible circle of rubber for bundling
care circle
network of people providing emotional help
position
in a circle around something or someone
circle
circular object or formation
eyes
dark circle under the eye
mathematics
distance around the edge of a circle or sphere
driving
drive in a circle to create skid marks
circular motion
turned in a circle around an axis
rotation
relating to or involving movement in a circle
folk
dance forming a circle with all dancers
motion
move in a curve or circle
physical movement
move your body or something in a full circle quickly
physics
movement of an object along a path shaped like a circle
Examples of circle in a sentence
The artist painted a large circle on the canvas. He was part of a circle of musicians. The circle of friends met every Friday. He calculated the area of the circle. The circle was used to demonstrate the theorem. History often moves in a circle of events.
The circle of life is a common theme in literature. The circle was packed with eager theatergoers. They preferred the circle for its excellent acoustics. Drivers must slow down when approaching the circle. The circle was decorated with flowers for the festival. She circled the date on the calendar. He circled the typo in red ink. Fans circled around the celebrity for autographs. Protesters circled the building, demanding change. The hawk circled its prey before diving. The children circled the maypole during the festival.
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- French:cercle, encercler, ...
- German:Kreis, einkreisen, ...
- Italian:cerchio, cerchiare, ...
- Spanish:círculo, encerrar, ...
- Portuguese:círculo, rodear, ...
- Chinese:圆形, 圈出, ...
- Japanese:円, 丸をつける, ...
- Arabic:دَائِرَة, دَوَّرَ, ...
- Hebrew:עִגּוּל, לְהַקִּיף, ...
- Russian:круг, обводить, ...
- Ukrainian:круг, обводити, ...
- Hindi:गोल टुकड़ा, वृत्त खींचना, ...
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