1. moving in a circle or circuit
2. being distributed or passed around

1. moving continuously in a closed path or system
Usage: present participle of circulate
2. spreading or distributing widely among people
Usage: present participle of circulate

Examples

• Blood is circulating through her veins normally.
• The fan keeps air circulating in the room.
• Rumors are circulating about the company’s future.
• The petition is circulating among students.
• The circulating water keeps the engine cool.
• There are several circulating theories about the incident.
• The library has both circulating and reference books.