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Definition of circularize

circularize

/ˈsɝːkjələraɪz/
(UK: circularise)
cir · cu · lar · ize
Adjective:circular
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Past Simple:circularized
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Past Participle:circularized
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Present Participle:circularizing
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circularize Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To send circulars, notices, or questionnaires to (a group of people or organizations), often to distribute information or canvass opinions.

Example

"The committee decided to circularize all local businesses regarding the proposed zoning changes."

2

To make circular or round in shape, or to convert (an elliptical orbit) into a circular one.

Example

"The spacecraft fired its thrusters at apogee to circularize its orbit around the moon."

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• Nearby Words

circular
circular saw
circularity
circularize
circularly
circulate
circulation

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-19th century from the noun and adjective 'circular' (ultimately from Latin 'circulus', a diminutive of 'circus' meaning 'ring') plus the verbal suffix '-ize'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Circularize. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/circularize
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