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circumference

/ˈsɜːmkərˌfɛns/ noun · British & US
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What does circumference mean?

noun

The distance around a circle or other curved shape; the length of the perimeter of a circle.

Example

"The engineer calculated the circumference of the wheel to ensure it fit the car's axle."

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