circuit

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈsɜː.kɪt/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈsɝ.kɪt/

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Noun

Singular circuit

Plural circuits

1. (countable) A circuit is a loop that normally starts and finishes in the same place.
   • Synonym: track

   They ran a circuit around the park.

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

   The electric circuit can hold 20 amperes.

Related words

• circuitry