 circuitous |
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| 1. | [ adjective ] marked by obliqueness or indirection in speech or conduct | |
| Synonyms: | roundabout | |
| Examples: | "the explanation was circuitous and puzzling" "a roundabout paragraph" "hear in a roundabout way that her ex-husband was marrying her best friend" |
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| Related terms: | indirect | |
| 2. | [ adjective ] deviating from a straight course | |
| Synonyms: | roundabout devious | |
| Examples: | "a scenic but devious route" "a long and circuitous journey by train and boat" "a roundabout route avoided rush-hour traffic" |
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| Related terms: | indirect | |
| Similar spelling: |
circuit circuitry circuit_card circuit_board |
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