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circumduct.

To move an extremity about an axis so that the distal end delineates a circle whilst the proximal end stays fixed.

10 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

verb
  1. To move an extremity about an axis so that the distal end delineates a circle whilst the proximal end stays fixed.

  2. To lead about or astray.

    obsolete
  3. To contravene; to nullify.

    obsolete
  4. Alternative form of circumduce (“to close a case to further proof”).

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Where this word comes from

From Latin circumductus, past participle of circumducere (“to lead around”), from circum + ducere (“to lead”).

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