cercle

/sɛʁkl/

Definitions

1. noun

A circle, especially one drawn or marked on a surface.

“The artist drew a cercle with a fine-tip pen around the center of the canvas.”

2. verb

To draw or trace a circle, especially around something.

“She cercled the rim of the glass with a red marker.”

3. verb (obsolete)

To encircle or surround something.

“The castle cercled the village, protecting its inhabitants from harm.”

Synonyms

  • circle
  • ring

Antonyms

  • rectangle
  • square