Definitions of closed circuit
-
a complete electrical circuit around which current flows or a signal circulates
-
synonyms:
loop
-
Antonyms:
-
open circuit
an incomplete electrical circuit in which no current flows
-
types:
-
parallel circuit, shunt circuit
a closed circuit in which the current divides into two or more paths before recombining to complete the circuit
-
type of:
-
circuit, electric circuit, electrical circuit
an electrical device that provides a path for electrical current to flow
-
open circuit
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘closed circuit'.
Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors.
Send us feedback
Word Family
EDITOR'S CHOICE
Look up closed circuit for the last time
Close your vocabulary gaps with personalized learning that focuses on teaching the words you need to know.
