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Definition circuit in American English

circuit noun

[countable] noun
/ˈsɜrkɪt/
1

the complete path around which an electric current flows

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2

a series of places that are regularly visited by someone involved in a particular activity

Example

a performer on the New York comedy-club circuit

Example

She has competed in many golf tournaments on the European circuit.

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3

a track around which cars, bicycles, etc. race

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4

a trip all the way around the edge of something

Example

We did a quick circuit of the park and then went home.

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5

a regular journey made by a judge to hear court cases in each of the courts of law in a particular area

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Definition circuit in American English