trace a circle

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To draw a circle by copying an existing shape or line.

circleVERB + NOUN (shape)

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trace

Examples (10)

  • Using the lid, trace a circle onto the paper.
  • The child carefully traced a circle around the coin with a pencil.
  • She was tracing a circle on the dusty table with her finger, lost in thought.
  • To get the proportions right, you need to trace a perfect circle from this stencil.
  • For the next step, we will trace a circle on the wood before cutting it.
  • Can you show me how to trace a circle using a compass?
  • A circle was traced onto the fabric to mark where the patch should go.
  • He spent the afternoon tracing circles of different sizes for his art project.
  • With a steady hand, the artist began to trace a circle that would become the moon in her painting.
  • Don't just draw freehand; trace a circle from this template to ensure it's uniform.