B1adjectivescienceenvironment
US/ˈsɜːr.kjə.lər/
UK/ˈsɜː.kjʊ.lə/
shaped like a circle, or moving in a circle
In context
We sat around a circular table so that everyone could see each other.
The walk is circular, so you finish where you started.
He made a circular motion with his hand to show the wheel turning.
Words that go with circular
adjective + noun
- circular motionThe wheel moves in a circular motion.
- circular routeThe bus follows a circular route around the lake.
- circular tableA circular table makes the discussion feel more equal.
- circular argumentSaying it is true because it is true is a circular argument.
- circular economyA circular economy reuses materials instead of throwing them away.
- circular sawHe cut the boards with a circular saw.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a circle tableCorrect: a circular table