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circles

/ˈsɜːkl̩z/ · noun

Meaning

  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).
  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. Any shape, curve or arrangement of objects that approximates to or resembles the geometric figures.
  4. A specific group of persons; especially one who shares a common interest.
  5. The orbit of an astronomical body.
  6. 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.
  7. To travel around along a curved path.
  8. To surround.
  9. To place or mark a circle around.
  10. To travel in circles.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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