the curve theoretically assumed by a perfectly flexible and inextensible cord of uniform density and cross section hanging freely from two fixed points

a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point n

a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point n an unofficial association of people or groups n something approximating the shape of a circle n movement once around a course n a road junction at which traffic streams circularly around a central island n street names for flunitrazepan n a curved section or tier of seats in a hall or theater or opera house

{Middle English cercle from old French, from Latin circulus} circle- a plane curve everywhere equidistant from a given fixed point, the center

v be in motion due to some air or water current v wander from a direct course or at random v move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment v vary or move from a fixed point or course v live unhurriedly, irresponsibly, or freely v move in an unhurried fashion v cause to be carried by a current v drive slowly and far afield for grazing v be subject to fluctuation v be piled up in banks or heaps by the force of wind or a current