circumduct

/ˈsɜːrkəmdʌkt/; /ˈsɜːrkəmˌdʌkt/

Definitions

1. verb

to move around something, especially in a circular path or to go around in a circular motion

“The plane circumducted the mountain to find the safest passage.”

2. noun

the act of moving around something, especially in a circular path

“The circumduct of the road around the lake made it a challenging drive.”

Synonyms

  • circumnavigate
  • encircle

Antonyms

  • straight
  • straighten