Circulating: meaning, definitions and examples

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circulating

 

[ ˈsɜrkjʊˌleɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

general use

Circulating refers to the act of moving in a circular path or going around something. This term can encompass a variety of activities, such as blood circulating through the body, ideas circulating in a community, or information being shared among individuals. In essence, it pertains to the process through which something flows or spreads in a particular area or system. The concept can be applied in physiological contexts, social dynamics, or even economics where resources or information flows are relevant.

Synonyms

flowing, moving, spreading

Examples of usage

  • The blood is circulating throughout the body.
  • Rumors are circulating about the upcoming event.
  • The pamphlets were circulating among the attendees.

Translations

Translations of the word "circulating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 circulando

🇮🇳 परिभ्रमण

🇩🇪 zirkulierend

🇮🇩 sedang beredar

🇺🇦 циркулюючий

🇵🇱 krążący

🇯🇵 循環している

🇫🇷 circulant

🇪🇸 circulante

🇹🇷 dolaşan

🇰🇷 순환하는

🇸🇦 يتداول

🇨🇿 cirkulující

🇸🇰 cirkulujúci

🇨🇳 循环的

🇸🇮 cirkulirajoč

🇮🇸 umferð

🇰🇿 айналатын

🇬🇪 ცირკულირებადი

🇦🇿 dolaşan

🇲🇽 circulante

Word origin

The word 'circulating' originates from the Latin word 'circulare', which means 'to move in a circle'. The root 'circus' refers to a circle, indicating a continuous movement around a central point. Over time, the verb 'circulate' evolved in the English language to encompass both physical and abstract movements. Its first known usage dates back to the late 14th century and has since been utilized in various contexts such as biology, where it describes the movement of liquids within organisms, as well as in social sciences to describe the transfer of ideas or information. As language evolved, 'circulating' has been adapted to represent not only physical flows but also metaphorical ones, such as the circulation of currency or cultural trends.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,110 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.