circumference
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noun \sə(r)-ˈkəm(p)-fərn(t)s, -f(ə-)rən(t)s\Definition of CIRCUMFERENCE
1
: the perimeter of a circle
2
: the external boundary or surface of a figure or object : periphery
— cir·cum·fer·en·tial \-ˌkəm(p)-fə-ˈren(t)-shəl\ adjective
See Examples of CIRCUMFERENCE
- What is the circumference of the Earth at the equator?
- The circle is 38 inches in circumference.
- The fence marks the circumference of the field.
Origin of CIRCUMFERENCE
Middle English, from Middle French & Latin; Middle French, from Latin circumferentia, from circumferre to carry around, from circum- + ferre to carry — more at bear
First Known Use: 14th century
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- girth
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