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Meaning of circular segment

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

circular

Pronunciation:/ˈsɜːk.jə.lə(ɹ)//ˈsɝk.jə.lɚ/

noun

Definitions

  1. Short for circular letter.

  2. A sleeveless cloak cut from a circular pattern.

  3. A shuttle bus with a circular route.

verb

Definitions

  1. To distribute circulars to or at.

  2. To extend in a circular direction.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Of or relating to a circle.

  2. In the shape of, or moving in a circle.

  3. Circuitous or roundabout.

  4. Referring back to itself, so as to prevent computation or comprehension; infinitely recursive.

    Example: Your dictionary defines "brave" as "courageous", and "courageous" as "brave". That's a circular definition.

noun

Definitions

  1. That which flies, as a bird or insect.

  2. A machine that flies.

  3. An airplane pilot.

  4. A person who travels by airplane.