circuit

• Nom désignant un chemin fermé ou une boucle parcourue par un courant électrique, ou un ensemble de composants reliés pour remplir une fonction donnée.

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.

   circuit électrique

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

   Synonymeselectric circuitelectrical circuitloop

2. Race trackB1formal

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

   Circuit (piste de course)

   • 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.

   Synonymescourseracing circuitspeedwaytrack

3. B2formal

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

   Parcours ou circuit régulier

   • 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.

   Synonymesbeatcourseitinerarylooproundroutetour

• Verbe désignant l'action de se déplacer ou de voyager le long d'un trajet circulaire ou fermé, souvent de manière systématique ou officielle.

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.

   Faire le tour

   • 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.

   Synonymescirclecircumnavigatego aroundlooporbittourtraverse