Circuit

Russian Meaning

English Meaning

1. A closed, usually circular line that goes around an object or area.
2. The region enclosed by such a line. See Synonyms at circumference.
3. A path or route the complete traversal of which without local change of direction requires returning to the starting point.
4. The act of following such a path or route.
5. A journey made on such a path or route.
6. Electronics A closed path followed or capable of being followed by an electric current.
7. Electronics A configuration of electrically or electromagnetically connected components or devices.
8. A regular or accustomed course from place to place; a round: a salesperson on the Detroit-Minneapolis-Chicago circuit; a popular speaker on the lecture circuit.
9. The area or district thus covered, especially a territory under the jurisdiction of a judge in which periodic court sessions are held.
10. An association of theaters in which plays, acts, or films move from theater to theater for presentation.
11. A group of nightclubs, show halls, or resorts at which entertainers appear in turn.
12. An association of teams or clubs.
13. A series of competitions held in different places.
14. To make a circuit or circuit of.