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circle noun 1 a perfectly round two-dimensional figure that is bordered by the circumference, every point of which is an equal distance from a fixed point within the figure called the centre. 2 anything in the form of a circle. 3 a circular route, eg the orbit of a planet, etc. 4 in a theatre, auditorium etc: a gallery of seats above the main stalls • the dress circle. 5 a series or chain of events, steps or developments, ending at the point where it began. See also vicious circle. 6 a group of people associated in some way • his circle of acquaintances. verb (circled, circling) 1 tr & intr a to move in a circle; b to move in a circle round something. 2 to draw a circle round something. circler noun. come full circle 1 to complete a full cycle. 2 to reach or arrive back at the starting-point. go round in circles to be trapped in an endless and frustrating cycle of repetitive discussion or activity. run round in circles to rush around frantically, making little progress.
ETYMOLOGY: Anglo-Saxon circul, from Latin circulus.