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circuitry

|cir-cuit-ry|

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/ˈsɜːrkɪtri/

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/ˈsɜːkɪtri/

network of circuits

Etymology
Etymology Information

'circuitry' originates from the word 'circuit', which comes from the Latin word 'circuitus', meaning 'a going around'.

Historical Evolution

'circuitus' transformed into the Old French word 'circuit', and eventually became the modern English word 'circuitry'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a going around', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'network of electrical circuits'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the detailed arrangement or network of electrical circuits.

The circuitry in modern computers is incredibly complex.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45