Cirque

/sɪrk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A bowl-shaped hollow in the mountains, typically formed by glacial erosion.

The hikers were amazed by the stunning view of the cirque, surrounded by towering cliffs.

A circus or a place where circus performances take place.

We enjoyed an evening at the cirque, watching acrobats and clowns entertain the crowd.

From French cirque, meaning 'circle' or 'ring'

cirque du soleil

A famous circus and entertainment company known for high-quality acrobatic performances.

cirque glacier

Refers to a cirque that contains a glacier.

glacier

A large mass of ice that moves slowly over land.

fjord

A long, deep, narrow body of water that reaches far inland, formed by glacial erosion.

A place with high energy and excitement, similar to a circus atmosphere.

The party turned into a real cirque, with everyone dancing and having fun!