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
