Circular
/ˈsɜːrkjʊlər/
Definitions
3 meaningsHaving the form of a circle; round.
/ˈsɜːrkjʊlər/
The table was circular.
💡 Simply: Like a circle, it goes round and round!
👶 For kids: Round like a plate!
More Examples
The garden path was circular.
How It's Used
"A circular object has 360 degrees."
"She wore a circular brooch."
Moving in a circle; circulating.
/ˈsɜːrkjʊleɪtɪŋ/
The blood circulation is circular.
💡 Simply: Going around in a circle, like a merry-go-round!
👶 For kids: Going around and around.
More Examples
The argument went in a circular fashion.
How It's Used
"Circular economy models strive for zero waste."
A circular letter or notice.
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A circular letter or notice; a leaflet.
The school sent out a circular about the holiday.
💡 Simply: A letter sent to lots of people at once, like a newsletter!
👶 For kids: A letter for many people.
More Examples
The company distributed a circular announcing the new product.
How It's Used
"They sent out a circular to all employees."
From Middle English *circular, from Latin *circularis, from circulus "circle"
The word 'circular' has been used consistently across centuries, reflecting the enduring understanding of shapes and movement.
Memory tip
Think of a circle's shape.