Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

circumference

noun
/sərˈkʌmfərəns/
Definition
The distance around the outer edge of a circle.
Examples
  • The circumference of the Earth is about 24,901 miles.
  • To find the circumference of a circle, multiply the diameter by π.
Meaning
Circumference refers to the boundary line of a circle or the length of that line.
Synonyms
  • Perimeter
  • Boundary
  • Enclosure