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circumscribe


Meanings
  • Verb

    Draw a circle or outline around something.

  • Verb

    Limit or define the scope of something.


Pronunciation




  1. Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=75729416"
  2. /ˈsɝ.kəm.skɹaɪb/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with circumscribe
describe , prescribe , transcribe
Variants
List of all variants of circumscribe that leads to same result
circumscribe , circumscribed , circumscribes , circumscribing
Etymology
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From the Latin 'circum' (around) and 'scribere' (to write).


Trivia
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  1. The term 'circumference' comes from the Latin 'circumferre', which means 'to carry around'.

  2. In mathematics, the circumcenter is the center of the circle that passes through the three points on a triangle that are on the extended sides.

  3. The term 'circumlocution' refers to speaking around a subject rather than addressing it directly.


Related Concepts
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  1. Boundary: A line or boundary that marks the limits of something.

  2. Define: To make clear and exact the nature or meaning of something.


Culture
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In literature, 'circumscribe' is used metaphorically to describe limiting or defining the scope of an idea or concept. In art, it can refer to the use of frames or boundaries to define the space of a painting.

How to Memorize "circumscribe"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize drawing a circle around an object or imagine the word as 'circle' + 'scribe'.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word with 'define' or 'limit'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Circum-scribe' to remember the meaning: 'Circum' meaning around and 'scribe' meaning to write.

🧠 Bonus Tips

To help you remember the word 'circumscribe', follow these practical tricks with steps:

1. Image association: Imagine a circle 'cir' with a boundary or 'scape' around it, representing the literal meaning of the word 'circumscribe'.

2. Mnemonic sentence: Create a sentence that incorporates the word 'circumscribe', such as 'To fully understand the concept, make sure to carefully circumscribe all the details.'

3. Break it down: Break down the word into smaller parts, 'cir' and 'cribe', and try to remember it as two separate words, then combine them in your mind to form 'circumscribe'.

4. Visualize it: Imagine a situation where you need to 'circumscribe' something, like drawing a boundary around an area or defining the limits of a concept.

5. Use it in context: Practice using the word 'circumscribe' in different contexts, this will help you understand its meaning and remember it better.


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