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    Circuito (en. Circuit)

    /sir'kwito/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A closed path through which electric currents flow.
    The technician checked the electrical circuit of the house.
    El técnico revisó el circuito eléctrico de la casa.
    A set of routes or elements that form a complete journey.
    The race circuit is five kilometers long.
    El circuito de la carrera es de cinco kilómetros.
    A system that allows for the execution of a specific process, such as a closed-circuit television.
    The video surveillance circuit covers the entire company.
    El circuito de video vigilancia cubre toda la empresa.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'circuitus', which means 'to go around'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    closed circuit
    A system where electric current recirculates without losing energy.
    circuito cerrado
    to complete the circuit
    To complete a set route, whether physical or figurative.
    dar la vuelta al circuito
    urban circuit
    A set of routes in a city for public transportation.
    circuito urbano

    Related Words

    printed circuit
    A board that interconnects electronic components.
    circuito impreso
    open circuit
    A situation where there is no continuity in the electric flow.
    circuito abierto
    race circuit
    Predetermined route for sports competitions.
    circuito de carrera

    Slang Meanings

    A group of people moving within the same environment or social context.
    You feel part of the circuit at city parties.
    Se siente parte del circuito en las fiestas de la ciudad.
    A network of contacts or connections in a specific industry.
    It’s important to know the circuit if you want to advance in film.
    Es importante conocer el circuito si quieres avanzar en el cine.