circulation
/ˌsɜː(ɹ).kjʊˈleɪ.ʃən/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: circulations
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The act of moving in a circle, or in a course which brings the moving body to the place where its motion began.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The act of passing from place to place or person to person; free diffusion; transmission.
Noun
Examples
For example, by changing the use of existing rooms, removing or replacing unsightly features, clearing obstacles to easy circulation, rearranging direction signs and generally introducing as much order as possible, most outdated station buildings can be made reasonably efficient and attractive.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “circulation” mean?
The act of moving in a circle, or in a course which brings the moving body to the place where its motion began.
Is “circulation” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.