circuit

• Ein geschlossener Weg oder eine Schleife, in der elektrischer Strom fließt, oder ein System von Bauteilen, die für eine bestimmte Funktion verbunden sind.

A noun referring to a closed path or loop through which an electric current flows, or a system of components connected to perform a specific function.

1. Electrical pathB1formaltechnical

   A closed loop through which electric current flows.

   Stromkreis

   • The electrician checked the circuit for any faults.
   • A short circuit caused the power outage.
   • The circuit board contains many tiny components.

   Synonymeelectric circuitelectrical circuitloop

2. Race trackB1formal

   A roughly circular track used for racing, especially in motorsports.

   Rennstrecke

   • The Formula 1 cars raced around the circuit.
   • The new circuit was built for the upcoming championship.
   • Drivers must complete ten laps of the circuit.

   Synonymecourseracing circuitspeedwaytrack

3. B2formal

   A regular journey or route taken, often in a circular pattern.

   Rundfahrt

   • The mail carrier follows the same circuit every day.
   • The judge travels a circuit of towns to hear cases.
   • The salesperson's circuit covers three states.

   Synonymebeatcourseitinerarylooproundroutetour

• Verb, das die Handlung bezeichnet, sich auf einem kreisförmigen oder geschlossenen Weg zu bewegen oder zu reisen, oft systematisch oder offiziell.

A verb used to indicate the act of moving around or traveling along a circular or closed path, often in a systematic or official manner.

1. Travel aroundB2formal

   To travel or move around a specific area or route.

   Umherfahren

   • The politician circuited the country to gain support.
   • The band circuited the major cities during their tour.
   • He circuited the park every morning for exercise.

   Synonymecirclecircumnavigatego aroundlooporbittourtraverse