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circumference

[sərˈkʌmf(ə)rəns]

circumference Definition

  • 1the distance around the edge of a circle or any round shape
  • 2the outer boundary of a circular area

Using circumference: Examples

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

  • Example

    The circumference of the Earth is about 40,000 kilometers.

  • Example

    To find the circumference of a circle, multiply its diameter by pi.

  • Example

    The circumference of the pond was lined with trees.

  • Example

    The circumference of the tire was too small for the car.

circumference Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for circumference

Phrases with circumference

  • to determine the distance around the edge of a circle or any round shape

    Example

    Use a tape measure to measure the circumference of the tree trunk.

  • the range or extent of someone's or something's power, control, or influence

    Example

    The CEO's circumference of influence extends beyond the company to the entire industry.

  • circumference of knowledge

    the range or extent of someone's or something's knowledge or understanding

    Example

    The professor's circumference of knowledge in the field of physics is unparalleled.

Origins of circumference

from Latin 'circumferentia', meaning 'a carrying around'

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Summary: circumference in Brief

The term 'circumference' [sərˈkʌmf(ə)rəns] refers to the distance around the edge of a circle or any round shape. It can also denote the outer boundary of a circular area. Examples include 'The circumference of the Earth is about 40,000 kilometers.' and 'The circumference of the pond was lined with trees.' Phrases like 'measure the circumference' and 'circumference of influence' extend the concept to measurement and power, respectively.