Definitions

1. noun

an electrical path through which electric current flows

“The car’s engine requires a circuit to distribute power to the spark plugs.”

2. noun

a path or route followed by something moving, especially a boat or ship

“The ocean liner followed a circuit of the Mediterranean Sea.”

3. noun

a period of time when something, especially a sports team, competes in a series of matches

“The basketball team’s circuit of games lasted for several months.”

4. noun

a round of social events or activities

“The celebrity’s circuit of parties and red-carpet events was grueling.”

5. verb

to travel or move around something, especially a circuit or a course

“The sailor will circuit the island to explore its coastline.”

6. verb

to send or direct something through a particular route or path

“The electric current will circuit through the wires to reach the destination.”

7. verb

to make a circular motion or movement

“The ball will circuit around the pole as it spins.”