cingō — meaning in English

English meaning

• circle noun A perfectly round, flat shape where every point on the edge is the same distance from the centre.
• ring noun A small circular band, often worn on a finger as jewelry.
• surround verb To be positioned on all sides of something; to encircle.

Senses

cingō is used for these senses in English:

• circle (transitive) To surround.
• ring (transitive) To enclose or surround.
• surround (transitive) To encircle something or simultaneously extend in all directions.

circle — full definition

1. noun A perfectly round, flat shape where every point on the edge is the same distance from the centre.
2. noun A group of people connected by friendship, interest, or social standing.
3. verb To move in a curved path around something, or to draw a ring around it.

ring — full definition

1. noun A small circular band, often worn on a finger as jewelry.
2. noun A roughly circular arrangement or shape, or an enclosed area used for a contest such as boxing.
3. verb To make a clear, resonant sound, as a bell does; also, to telephone someone.

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