circuit · noun C /ˈsɜr.kɪt/Full view
circuit (TRACK)
C2 a path, route, or race track that is shaped like a circle
Dictionary example:

There is a fitness circuit in the woods.

Learner example:

And so it was no wonder that I went to the Suzuka circuit where the F-1 Grand Prix was held, which had already become one of the biggest events at that time. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Japanese)

circuit (ELECTRIC)
C2 a complete circle that an electric current travels around
Dictionary example:

an electrical circuit

Learner example:

Apparently there was a short circuit to the elevator circuit, as we were to learn later from the store supervisor. (International English Language Testing System; C2; Others)

circuit (EVENTS)
C2 a regular series of places or events that people involved in a particular activity go to
Dictionary example:

the tennis circuit

Learner example:

Soon after, while he attended high school, he was already playing the New Jersey Club circuit, already showing traces of his persist[e]nce. (Certificate of Proficiency in English; C2; Portuguese)

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