circuit

[ˈsɜːrkɪt]

circuit Definition

• 1. a roughly circular line, route, or movement that starts and finishes at the same place
• 2. a complete and closed path around which an electric current can flow
• 3. a series of performances, sports events, or venues at different places

Using circuit: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "circuit" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The runners completed a circuit around the park.

• Example

  The circuit board controls the flow of electricity.

• Example

  The band is on a concert circuit across the country.

circuit Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for circuit

• route
• course
• path
• track
• trail

Antonyms for circuit

• straight line
• direct route

Idioms Using circuit

• make the circuit

  to visit a number of places or people in a particular order

  Example

  The sales representative makes the circuit of all the stores in the area.

• blow a fuse (or circuit)

  to become very angry or lose one's temper

  Example

  He blew a fuse when he found out his car had been towed.

• run the circuit

  to participate in a series of events or performances at different locations

  Example

  The comedian is running the circuit of comedy clubs across the country.

Phrases with circuit

• short circuit

  an electrical circuit that allows a current to travel along an unintended path with little or no resistance

  Example

  The short circuit caused the power outage in the building.

• circuit training

  a form of body conditioning or resistance training using high-intensity aerobics

  Example

  I do circuit training at the gym to improve my overall fitness.

• circuit court

  a court that has jurisdiction over cases in a certain geographical area

  Example

  The case was heard in the circuit court for the county.

Origins of circuit

from Latin 'circuitus', meaning 'a going around'

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Summary: circuit in Brief

The term 'circuit' [ˈsɜːrkɪt] refers to a roughly circular line, route, or movement that starts and finishes at the same place. It also denotes a complete and closed path around which an electric current can flow, and a series of performances, sports events, or venues at different places. 'Circuit' extends into phrases like 'short circuit,' and idioms like 'make the circuit,' denoting visiting places in a particular order, and 'blow a fuse (or circuit),' meaning to become very angry.