Circled

cir·cle  (sûrkl) n. 1. A plane curve everywhere equidistant from a given fixed point, the center. 2. A planar region bounded by a circle. 3. Something, such as a ring, shaped like such a plane curve. 4. A circular course, circuit, or orbit: a satellite's circle around the earth. 5. A traffic circle. 6. A curved section or tier of seats in a theater. 7. A series or process that finishes at its starting point or continuously repeats itself; a cycle. 8. A group of people sharing an interest, activity, or achievement: well-known in artistic circles. 9. A territorial or administrative division, especially of a province, in some European countries. 10. A sphere of influence or interest; domain. 11. Logic A vicious circle. v. cir·cled, cir·cling, cir·cles v.tr. 1. To make or form a circle around; enclose. See Synonyms at surround. 2. To move in a circle around. v.intr. To move in a circle. See Synonyms at turn. Idiom: circle the wagons To take a defensive position; become defensive. [Middle English cercle, from Old French, from Latin circulus, diminutive of circus, circle, from Greek kirkos, krikos; see sker-2 in Indo-European roots.] circler (-klr) n.

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