circulation
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/ˌsɜːrkjəˈleɪʃən/
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/ˌsɜːkjʊˈleɪʃən/
movement in a system
Etymology
'circulation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'circulatio', where 'circulare' meant 'to move in a circle'.
'circulatio' transformed into the Old French word 'circulacion', and eventually became the modern English word 'circulation'.
Initially, it meant 'movement in a circle', but over time it evolved into its current meanings related to movement and distribution.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the movement of blood through the heart and blood vessels.
Regular exercise improves blood circulation.
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Noun 2
the distribution of copies of a newspaper or magazine.
The newspaper has a daily circulation of 100,000 copies.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45