"circuit" meaning in English

See circuit in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

IPA: /ˈsɜː.kɪt/ [UK], /ˈsɝ.kɪt/ [US] Audio: en-us-circuit.ogg [US] Forms: circuit [singular], circuits [plural]
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  1. A circuit is a loop that normally starts and finishes in the same place. Synonyms: track
    Sense id: simple-circuit-en-noun-eGzf~BDh
  2. A circuit is a closed route where electricity flows.
    Sense id: simple-circuit-en-noun-~fGzOPH2 Categories (other): Physics
     
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