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circular definition

cir·cu·lar (sʉr′kyə lər)

adjective

  1. in the shape of a circle; round
  2. relating to a circle
  3. moving in a circle or spiral
  4. roundabout; circuitous
  5. designating or of an invalid argument in which the conclusion that is to be proved is assumed in a premise
  6. intended for circulation among a number of people

Etymology: ME circulare < L circularis

noun

an advertisement, letter, etc., usually prepared in quantities for extensive circulation

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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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