Pronunciation

/kərˈsaɪkl/

Definitions

• Verb: To move through an area or group, often repeatedly, distributing or circulating something. (n.): The process of moving around or through a medium.
• Noun: 1. The act of circulating; movement from one place to another. 2. A quantity that moves or is distributed through a system. 3. A publication that is regularly distributed, such as a newspaper or magazine.

Phrases

• “Circulate information” means to distribute or share data.
• “Blood circulation” refers to the flow of blood in the body.
• “Circulate a petition” involves gathering signatures to support a cause.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “The blood circulates through our veins, delivering oxygen to every cell.”
• Noun: “The employees circulated around the office, chatting with colleagues.”
• Phrasal Verb: “Please circulate this memo to all team members.”

Synonyms

• Distribute
• Disseminate
• Pass on
• Circulate around
• Percolate
• Move about

Antonyms

• Conserve (in the sense of not using up)
• Retain
• Restrict
• Stop circulation (in the sense of halting the flow)