circumambulate

/ˌsɝ.kəmˈæm.bju.leɪt/

UK: /səː.kəmˈam.bjuː.leɪt/

sɝ · KƏMÆM · bju · leɪt (4 syllables)

English Verb
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Definition

To walk around something in a circle, especially for a ritual purpose.

Etymology

Latin circumambulatus, past participle of circumambulare (“to walk around”). Equivalent to circum- + ambulate.

Example Sentences

  • "Circumambulate the city of a dreamy Sabbath afternoon."
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