Circle Definition
circle
noun
- ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point; "he calculated the circumference of the circle"
- an unofficial association of people or groups; "the smart set goes there"; "they were an angry lot"
- something approximating the shape of a circle; "the chairs were arranged in a circle"
- movement once around a course; "he drove an extra lap just for insurance"
- a road junction at which traffic streams circularly around a central island; "the accident blocked all traffic at the rotary"
- street names for flunitrazepan
- a curved section or tier of seats in a hall or theater or opera house; usually the first tier above the orchestra; "they had excellent seats in the dress circle"
- any circular or rotating mechanism; "the machine punched out metal circles"
verb
- travel around something; "circle the globe"
- move in circles
- form a circle around; "encircle the errors"
"Circle" in song lyrics
See how circle is used in real songs:
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"The nutrients will be intense circle"
Aesop Rock — Same Space -
"Just big enough to shove my purpose in the circle"
Aesop Rock — Flashflood -
"Just big enough to shove my purpose in a circle"
Aesop Rock — Flashflood
Words that rhyme with circle
Usage tips for "circle"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "circle" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for circle to find words that pair well.