Meaning of the word circular in English

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circular

US /ˈsɝː.kjə.lɚ/

UK /ˈsɝː.kjə.lɚ/

having the form of a circle; round

Example:

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The table was circular, allowing everyone to see each other easily.

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The dancers formed a circular pattern on the stage.

Synonym:

round ring-shaped annular orbicular curved

of an argument or a line of reasoning) in which the conclusion is assumed in the premise

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His argument was circular, as he used the conclusion to support his initial claim.

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The debate fell into a circular trap, repeating the same points without progress.

Synonym:

repetitive redundant tautological recursive

a letter or advertisement that is distributed to a large number of people

Example:

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The company sent out a circular announcing their new product.

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Please read the attached circular for more details.

Synonym:

leaflet flyer handbill pamphlet brochure

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circularity circular saw