circuit

Pronunciation

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• IPA: ɢæɾçɨ̯t̪

Noun

Singular circuit

Plural circuits

1. A circuit is a loop that normally starts and finishes in the same place.

   They ran a circuit around the park.

2. (physics) A circuit is a closed route where electricity flows.

   The electric circuit can hold 20 amperes.

Synonyms

• track