circumference
Translation
circumference, perimeter, girth
Examples
What is the circumference of the Earth?
What is the circumference of the Earth?
He measured the circumference of the tree trunk.
He measured the circumference of the tree trunk.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the circumference of (sth.) The circumference of the circle is 10cm.
Similar Words
Synonyms: perimeter, girth, boundary
Etymology
From Latin 'circum' (around) + 'ferre' (to carry). Literally, 'a line that carries around'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'circum-' (around) + '-ference' (carrying). Imagine 'carrying' a measuring tape 'around' a circle.