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cir·cle  (sûrkəl)
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Tweet n. 1. a. A plane curve everywhere equidistant from a given fixed point, the center. b. A planar region bounded by a circle. c. Something, such as a ring, shaped like such a plane curve. 2. A circular or nearly circular course, circuit, or orbit:a satellite's circle around the earth. 3. A traffic circle. 4. A series or process that finishes at its starting point or continuously repeats itself; a cycle. 5. A group of people sharing an interest, activity, or achievement:well-known in artistic circles. 6. A territorial or administrative division, especially of a province, in some European countries. 7. A sphere of influence or interest; domain. 8. Logic A vicious circle. v.cir·cled, cir·cling, cir·cles v.tr. 1. To make or form a circle around:The hedge circles the fountain. 2. To move in a circle around:The ship circled the island. v.intr. Idiom: To move in a circle. See Synonyms at turn. circle the wagons To take a defensive position; become defensive. [Middle Englishcercle, fromOld French, fromLatincirculus, diminutive ofcircus, circle, fromGreekkirkos, krikos; see sker-2 in the Appendix of Indo-European roots.] circler(-klər)n.  (click for a larger image) circle |
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