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Exam: IELTS

circuit

IPA: /ˈsɜːrkɪt/

KK: /ˈsɜrkɪt/

noun

Definition: A closed path that goes around an object or area, often used in contexts like electricity or travel routes.

Example: The marathon runners completed a circuit around the park.

transitive verb

Definition: To create a closed path for electricity or signals to flow through.

Example: The engineer decided to circuit the new design to improve efficiency.

circuital

IPA: /ˈsɜːrkɪtəl/

KK: /ˈsɜːrkɪtəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a closed path through which an electric current flows or can flow.

Example: The circuital design of the device ensures efficient energy transfer.

circuitous

IPA: //sɜːrˈkjuːɪtəs//

KK: /sɜrˈkjutəs/

adjective

Definition: Describing a path or route that is not straight, often taking longer than necessary to reach a destination.

Example: We took a circuitous route to avoid the traffic jam.

circuitously

IPA: /sɜːrˈkjuːɪtəsli/

KK: /sɜrˈkjuːɪtəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is not direct, often taking a longer or more complicated route to reach a destination or conclusion.

Example: We took a circuitously route to avoid the traffic jam.

circuitousness

IPA: //sɜːrˈkjuːɪtəsnəs//

KK: /sɜrˈkjutəsnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being indirect or roundabout in a path or process.

Example: The circuitousness of the route made the journey much longer than expected.

circuitry

IPA: /ˈsɜːrkɪtʃəri/

KK: /ˈsɜːrkɪtʃəri/

noun

Definition: A system of connected electrical components that allows electricity to flow and perform tasks.

Example: The circuitry in the new smartphone is more efficient than in previous models.

circularity

IPA: /sɜːrˈkjʊlərɪti/

KK: /sɜrˈkjulərɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being shaped like a circle or having a circular form.

Example: The circularity of the design made it visually appealing.

circulate

IPA: /ˈsɜːr.kjʊ.leɪt/

KK: /ˈsɜr.kjʊ.leɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To move around freely or spread from one person or place to another.

Example: The news began to circulate quickly among the students.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something move around or be shared among people.

Example: The teacher asked us to circulate the handouts to all the students.

circulated

IPA: /ˈsɜːr.kjʊ.leɪ.tɪd/

KK: /ˈsɜr.kjʊ.leɪ.tɪd/

adjective

Definition: Spread or distributed in a circular path or among a group of people.

Example: The information was circulated among all team members to ensure everyone was informed.

verb

Definition: To move or cause to move continuously or freely through a closed system or area.

Example: The news about the event circulated quickly among the community.

circulating

IPA: //ˈsɜːrkjʊleɪtɪŋ//

KK: /ˈsɜrkjəˌleɪtɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Moving around or being passed from one person or place to another.

Example: The circulating library allows members to borrow books for a limited time.

verb

Definition: To move or flow continuously through a system or area, often in a circular path.

Example: The air is circulating in the room, making it feel cooler.

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