circuitry

noun

cir·​cuit·​ry ˈsər-kə-trē 

plural circuitries

1

: the detailed plan or arrangement of an electric circuit

2

: the components of an electric circuit

3

: the network of interconnected neurons in the nervous system and especially the brain

also : circuit sense 4d

Examples of circuitry in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The current version uses commercial over-ear headphones and basic circuitry. —Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Dec. 2025

Beyond mechanical performance lies the less visible architecture of sound—circuitry, signal pathways, and acoustic engineering, each meticulously structured to preserve signal purity. —Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 1 Dec. 2025

The amplification circuitry is powered by a 9-volt battery, while a 36-volt battery charges the coils. —David Schneider, IEEE Spectrum, 25 Nov. 2025

In that case, the best solution is to carefully place them in a clear, lidded bin so damaging dust doesn’t settle inside the circuitry. —Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

circuitry

noun

cir·​cuit·​ry ˈsər-kə-trē 

plural circuitries

: the plan or the elements of an electric circuit

Medical Definition

circuitry

noun

cir·​cuit·​ry ˈsər-kə-trē 

1

a

: the detailed plan or arrangement of an electric circuit

b

: the components of an electric circuit

2

: the network of interconnected neurons in the nervous system and especially the brain

also : the neuronal pathways of the brain along which electrical and chemical signals travel