adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   That is circumambulating.

   "the steps lead to lower circumambulatory path"

2. 2
   Designed especially for ritualistic circumambulation.
3. 3
   Indirectly discussing a subject extensively without getting to the point; prolix. figuratively

Example

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"the steps lead to lower circumambulatory path"

Etymology

From circumambulate + -ory.

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