Circled: meaning, definitions and examples

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circled

 

[ ˈsɜr.kəld ]

Verb / Adjective
Context #1 | Verb

drawing shapes

To circle something means to draw a circular line around it, often to highlight or indicate its importance. This action can be used in various contexts such as marking answers on a test or emphasizing a particular item in a list.

Synonyms

enclose, highlight, mark

Examples of usage

  • She circled the correct answers on her exam.
  • I circled all the important dates in my calendar.
  • The teacher asked us to circle the nouns in the text.
Context #2 | Adjective

shaped objects

Circled can describe something that has a round shape or has been surrounded by a circle. It often refers to a design or a feature that stands out due to its rounded form.

Synonyms

circular, ringed, rounded

Examples of usage

  • The circled area in the map shows the meeting location.
  • She wore a circled necklace that caught everyone's attention.
  • The circled pattern on the rug added a modern touch to the room.

Translations

Translations of the word "circled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 circundado

🇮🇳 गोलाकार

🇩🇪 eingekreist

🇮🇩 dilingkari

🇺🇦 окружений

🇵🇱 okrągły

🇯🇵 円形の

🇫🇷 cerclé

🇪🇸 circular

🇹🇷 dairenin içinde

🇰🇷 원형의

🇸🇦 مُدوّر

🇨🇿 okrouhlý

🇸🇰 okrúhly

🇨🇳 环形的

🇸🇮 okrogel

🇮🇸 hringlaga

🇰🇿 шеңберлі

🇬🇪 მრგვალი

🇦🇿 dairəvi

🇲🇽 circular

Word origin

The word 'circled' is derived from the noun 'circle,' which comes from the Latin 'circulus,' meaning 'little ring' or 'ring' (from 'circus,' meaning 'circle' or 'ring'). The evolution of the term parallels the development of concepts around geometry and circular shapes through history. The verb form emerged in English during the late 16th century, reflecting both the physical act of forming a circle on a surface and the metaphorical idea of encompassing or surrounding something. Over time, it has found applications in various fields, including art, education, and organization, emphasizing its versatility in describing both actions and shapes. By the 18th century, the usage of 'circled' became more prevalent, associated with annotation and emphasis, as well as designating aspects in literature and maps.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,492, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.